If you’re craving a warm, gooey dessert that brings all the joy of a campfire into your kitchen, this gluten-free s’mores fondue is for you. Silky melted chocolate swirls with cream and butter, then gets topped with toasty marshmallows and crushed gluten-free graham crackers. Every dip is rich, melty, and nostalgic, just like a s’more, but creamier and way less messy.
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This quick and easy s’mores chocolate fondue is a popular dessert treat. Several months ago, we dined at a fun fondue restaurant in Sunnyvale, California, called Rok Bistro. This restaurant has a large, extensive fondue menu, filled with unique combinations of flavors.
One fondue stood out on their menu, but it wasn’t available as a gluten-free option. Can you guess which one? If you’ve been reading my blog for a while, you know that I take these challenges personally and make every effort to develop gluten-free versions of the things I love. I can’t wait to hear what you think of this rich indoor s’mores fondue recipe.
If you love chocolate as much as we do, you must check out these amazing gluten-free chocolate recipes, too!
Sandi’s Pick:
This fondue pot from Nostalgia is an inexpensive workhorse that has never let me down.
- It has excellent reviews and a wide range of heat settings.
- It is made with quality stainless steel.
- Clean up is easy!
Recipe Ingredient Notes:
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- Chocolate – I used Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers in this recipe. You can also use milk chocolate.
- Heavy Cream – Heavy cream gives this chocolaty fondue its creaminess.
- Butter – Use unsalted butter.
- Pure Vanilla Extract – I prefer pure vanilla over imitation vanilla.
- Gluten-Free Graham Crackers – Several brands make gluten-free graham crackers. I prefer Pamela’s.
- Marshmallows – I use the Dandies brand to avoid corn syrup.
A Note From My Kitchen
When I first set out to create this fondue, I knew I wanted it to taste like a true s’more. You know, gooey, rich, and just the right balance of sweet. I tested several ratios of chocolate to cream and found that starting with high-quality dark chocolate melting wafers gave the smoothest texture. Regular chocolate chips also worked, but the fondue required more stirring to maintain its glossy consistency.
I also tested this chocolate fondue with both a double boiler and a small saucepan. They both worked well, as long as you stir frequently.
How to Make S’mores Fondue at Home (Step-By-Step)
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Step 1: Prepare the fruit and other foods you plan to dip. Add all your ingredients to a small pot. Cook on low heat to slowly melt the ingredients together.
Step 2: If you are using chocolate wafers or chips, melt them with the heavy cream and butter. Simmer in a double boiler over low heat until all ingredients are melted. No double boiler? No problem, place a smaller pot inside a larger pot. Put water in the bottom pot. The top pot bottom should be partially in the hot water.
Step 3: If you are using big chocolate bars, melt them in the double boiler before adding the heavy cream and butter. Stir frequently to prevent the chocolate on the bottom from burning. As the chocolate is more melted, add the heavy cream and butter after the bars are partially melted.
Step 4: Pour into a fondue pot. Every fondue pot has different instructions; follow the directions to keep the chocolate warm and melty. Top your s’mores fondue with marshmallows and crushed graham crackers.
If you love creamy chocolate as much as I do, you will also want to try this creamy Chocolate Custard recipe!
Gluten-Free Dessert Fondue Tips:
- Cook the ingredients on low heat and stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Do not turn the temperature on the fondue pot too high. The chocolate can dry out over time.
What do I dip in chocolate fondue?
OMG, there are so many incredible options for dipping! Obviously, fresh fruit like grapes, strawberries, orange slices, pineapple, melon, and raspberries. Here are some more favorites:
- Gluten-Free Lemon Pound Cake
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Cookie Dough Balls
- Gluten Free Graham Crackers
- Gluten Free Pretzels
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies
Frequently Asked Questions:
The chocolate I use is either chocolate chips or Ghirardelli dark chocolate melting wafers. I prefer dark chocolate, but milk chocolate is also delicious.
Yes! You can serve it straight from a warm bowl or a small slow cooker on low. Just keep it stirred and warm to maintain the creamy consistency.
Most marshmallow brands are gluten-free, including Kraft Jet-Puffed, which is widely available in stores. However, I highly recommend Dandies Marshmallows, as they use real sugar instead of corn syrup.
There are a couple of gluten-free graham cracker brands out there that are great. My favorites are Pamela’s Honey Grahams and Schar Honeygrams.
This chocolate fondue should remain fresh for up to 3 days when stored in the refrigerator.
More Delicious Chocolate Desserts to Try:
- Slow Cooker Gluten-Free Chocolate Lava Cake – Fudgy and decadent.
- Easy Gluten Free Chocolate Crinkle Cookies – Great for cookie lovers!
- Rich Gluten-Free Chocolate Pound Cake – Perfect for dipping in chocolate fondue, too!
- Gluten-Free Chocolate Whoopie Pies – Cake-like with a vanilla cream center!
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Quick and Easy S’mores Chocolate Fondue
Equipment
- fondue pot
Ingredients
- 12 ounces melting chocolate * see note
- 1 cup heavy cream * see note
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 box gluten free graham crackers
- ½ cup marshmallows * see note
- fruits, cookies, or any other things to dip into the fondue.
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Instructions
- In a double boiler or a medium saucepan sitting in a larger sauce pan, add the chocolate chips or wafers, cream, butter, and vanilla.
- If you are using big thick blocks of chocolate, I recommend partially melting it alone and then adding the other ingredients.
- Cook over low heat until all the chocolate has melted and the chocolate mixture is thick and creamy. Stir frequently to prevent the chocolate from burning!
- Turn up the heat on the fondue pot to medium-low. Pour the chocolate mixture into the fondue pot.
- Add the marshmallows and allow them to get warm and melty.
- Add graham crackers on top.
- Optional but fun: Using a quick flame device, or a chef's torch, quickly burn the top of the marshmallows to allow them to get that famous s'mores grilled marshmallow flavor.
Notes
- Use high-quality chocolate. I like to use Ghirardelli chocolate melting wafers or chocolate chips.
- Make sure to stir your chocolate frequently while it melts to avoid the bottom from burning.
- I use heavy cream. Do not use half and half.
- Dandies Marshmallows have the best flavor because they don’t have corn syrup.
- Several companies make gluten-free graham crackers, including Schar and Pamela’s.
- Store leftover fondue in an airtight container in your refrigerator. It will keep fresh for 3 days. Warm on the stove to serve it again.
SPECIAL NOTE
Please know that every gluten free flour blend has a different starch to grain ratio. If you use a blend I didn’t test, my rule of thumb is to add more flour if your dough or batter is wet and add more liquid if the dough or batter is too dry!
Nutrition
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This post was updated from an old February 2015 post with more recipe details.
I truly hope you enjoy this recipe. I have been testing and creating gluten-free recipes for over 15 years. Creating gluten-free recipes that do not taste gluten-free is my goal for every recipe. Sometimes I only have to test a new recipe a couple of times, and others it takes multiple times. I do this so you get reliable, delicious results every time!
How much chocolate should be melted? It does not have a quantity above
I looked on the bag and it should be 12 ounces of melting chocolate. Thank you!