Hi guys! Fondue has been a Valentine's Day tradition in our little family since my husband and I were first married. He served a mission for our church in Switzerland and France back in the day, and fondue has been a love of his {and now mine} ever since! On a couple of very special occasions* we have gone to The Melting Pot and it NEVER disappoints. Their Yin and Yang chocolate fondue is the stuff my dreams are made of -- the perfect swirl of dark and white chocolates, and it looks pretty dang cool to boot! The Melting Pot can get kinda' pricey so we have never taken the whole family. This year I wanted to make Yin and Yang fondue for the kiddos to celebrate Valentine's Day with them. This copy cat version is not as tough to make as you might think, and every bit as delicious.
{*On a side note, did you know you can order from a limited menu in the bar area at The Melting Pot?! For $20 -- $5 per person per course -- my husband and I can go and have cheese and chocolate fondue any time we want. Love that!!}
For this version I used milk chocolate and white chocolate because that's what my kids prefer, but it was just as yummy. The secret to getting the Yin and Yang swirl is to pour both types of melted chocolate into the serving pot at the same time, turning the pot one quarter turn at the end as you pour. That takes a lot of hands! I had each of my boys pour a bowl of melted chocolate while I was simultaneously scraping their bowls and turning the serving pot. It wasn't perfect, but I was able to use a couple of spoons and push the melted chocolate into the desired shape after pouring. I saved a dollop of melted chocolate from each bowl to plop onto the opposing side to complete the Yin and Yang effect.
I don't have a fancy fondue set, so we just used bamboo skewers as our dipping sticks. Serve any sweet, delicious thing you like to dip into the fondue. I went simple with cubed pound cake, fresh strawberries {my personal favorite} and marshmallows. At The Melting Pot you get cheesecake, bananas, pineapple chunks, brownies, and rice krispie treats as well. I love how the two chocolates swirl and blend on the dippers as you eat it. Be warned, because fondue is so rich, this recipe makes enough to feed a small army. You could cut it in half if you are not serving a crowd. My family of five at it twice . . . with leftovers.
Yin & Yang Chocolate Fondue Recipe
1 12 oz. bag white chocolate chips
1 12 oz. bag milk or semi-sweet chocolate chips
16 oz. heavy cream, divided
Marshmallows, pound cake cubes, fresh fruit, etc. for dipping
Pour 8 ounces of heavy cream into each of two separate microwave safe bowls. Heat in the microwave until tiny bubbles show and cream begins to lightly and slowly boil. Add each bag of chocolate chips into one of the bowls and whisk until chocolate is melted and smooth.
Pour both types of melted chocolate simultaneously into your serving pot side by side. In order to get the Yin and Yang shape, turn the serving pot one quarter turn as you get close to the end of pouring. Use the back of a spoon to push the poured chocolate into place and smooth out the curved shape on each side if necessary. Reserve one small dollop of each type of chocolate to drop onto the opposing color to complete the Yin and Yang effect.
Serve immediately with pound cake cubes, marshmallows, fresh fruit or other desired dippers.
This was a huge hit with my family when I made it a week or so ago for family night treat to test the recipe. One of my coworkers saw the photo I posted on Instagram and told me the next day she had dreamed I brought it to work in a big bowl made out of brownies. Can you imagine the yumminess?! Brownie bowls for chocolate fondue? Challenge accepted, Ruthann. If I can get that to work, we'll have a fondue party in the Health Office, I promise.
Happy Valentines Day, friends!
Amy
FAQs
Pour both chocolates simultaneously into a warm fondue pot. Rotate the pot one-quarter turn to produce the yin and yang effect. Garnish the white chocolate with a piece of dark chocolate and the dark chocolate with a piece of white chocolate. Keep fondue warm over low heat.
What chocolate do they use at Melting Pot? ›
We are proud to serve chocolate fondue certified by Cacao-Trace®, a program that helps cocoa farmers earn a more sustainable living and focuses on post-harvest fermentation to produce superior tasting chocolate.
What do you dip in fondue at the melting pot? ›
Each cheese fondue comes with artisan breads and seasonal vegetables for dipping. Crisp romaine, bacon, shredded Parmesan, croutons, peppercorn ranch and Parmesan pine nuts.
How much oil is in a fondue pot? ›
3 Fill FONDUE POT with 2 ¾ cups of vegetable oil. NOTE: Do not use more than 2 ¾ cups of oil.
How do you make a melting pot experience at home? ›
- Cut the bread into cubes, ensure each cube has some of the crust.
- Shred cheese and mix with flour.
- Heat wine in the fondue pot on medium.
- Add garlic powder and lemon juice.
- Slowly add cheese, stirring constantly until completely melted.
- Add pepper and nutmeg.
The melting pot theory of multiculturalism assumes that various immigrant groups will tend to “melt together,” abandoning their individual cultures and eventually becoming fully assimilated into the predominant society.
Can you reuse fondue cheese? ›
Yes, you can reheat cheese fondue! The best way is to use a double boiler (bain marie), stirring regularly on gentle heat. Cheese fondue tends to thicken when it cools, so you may have to add some liquid, such as milk or wine, to achieve the desired texture.
What is the trick to fondue? ›
"The key with fondue is to keep the temperature very low once you start adding the cheese." In the double boiler, the heat was gentle enough that even with prolonged exposure, the fondue never got hot enough to break.
What cheese does the melting pot use? ›
People Call Us “Fresh,” and We Like It.
Melting Pot introduces its fresh fondue in two delicious varieties. The Classic Alpine Fondue is a premium blend of fresh aged Gruyère, Raclette, & Fontina cheese, frozen fresh and imported.
What is the best melting cheese for fondue? ›
Best Cheese for Fondue
This fondue recipe calls for Gruyère and Swiss cheeses because they're creamy, buttery, and melt smoothly. Other good choices include Gouda, fontina, and Emmental.
When making fondue, the first thing to consider is what type of ingredients you want to use; if you are a vegetarian, you may prefer the oil. The oil is also a healthier option because it contains no fat or calories. However, if you like meat and cheese, the broth is better because it has more flavors.
What kind of meat is best for fondue? ›
Now isn't the time to go for budget steak, so indulging in higher-price, higher-quality meat cuts such as sirloin, tenderloin, and even filet mignon is the way to go. These cuts are all tender, rich in flavor, and all but guaranteed to stay juicy after cooking.
Which oil is best for fondue? ›
Olive oil, while delicious, is not the best choice for fondue because it has a strong flavour and a relatively low smoke point. Instead, consider using Canola oil, which is inexpensive, has a neutral flavour, and has a high smoke point. You can fondue peanut oil, grapeseed oil, and sunflower seed oil.
What are yin and yang cooking methods? ›
Yin-cooking includes slow-cooking methods such as simmering, boiling and stewing, while yang-cooking encompasses frying, grilling and sautéing. Yin and yang can also be used to craft a certain menu and the appropriate cooking method for a certain season.
How to make a melting pot mule? ›
Melting Pot Mule
Absolut Vodka and Domaine de Canton Ginger Liqueur with fresh mint and lime and topped with ginger beer. Take home The Melting Pot Mule mug.
What sauces does melting pot have? ›
All entrées are served with an array of our signature dipping sauces.
- Green Goddess. (51 cal per serving)
- Gorgonzola Port. (80 cal per serving)
- Teriyaki Glaze. (21 cal per serving)
- Yogurt Curry. (81 cal per serving)
- Ginger Plum. (33 cal per serving)
- Garlic Dijon Butter. (112 cal per serving)
