Colorado Mel's Caramel Rum Fondue
Indulge in the luscious decadence of Colorado Mel’s Caramel Rum Fondue, a warm and velvety dessert dip that brings together the rich complexity of homemade caramel with the bold depth of dark rum. This luxurious fondue, made in just 20 minutes, combines caramelized sugar, creamy butter, and heavy cream to create an irresistibly smooth base, enhanced with a splash of rum, a hint of vanilla, and a pinch of salt to balance the sweetness. Perfect for entertaining or cozy nights in, this fondue pairs beautifully with an array of dippables like crisp apple slices, juicy strawberries, fluffy marshmallows, or even salty pretzels for a delightful contrast. Elevate your dessert game with this elegant yet easy-to-make treat—it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering or special occasion.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons dark rum
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Directions
Step 1
In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, pour the granulated sugar evenly across the bottom.
Step 2
Set the saucepan over medium heat and allow the sugar to melt slowly, stirring occasionally with a heat-resistant silicone spatula. Be patient and let it transform into a deep amber syrup; this may take 5-7 minutes.
Step 3
Once the sugar has melted and reached a deep caramel color, carefully add the butter, one tablespoon at a time, whisking continuously. The mixture will bubble up vigorously—this is normal.
Step 4
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking. The bubbling will intensify, so be cautious. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Lower the heat to low and stir in the dark rum, salt, and vanilla extract. Cook for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Step 6
Transfer the caramel rum fondue to a heat-proof fondue pot or bowl and serve warm.
Step 7
Pair the fondue with your favorite dippables like sliced apples, strawberries, marshmallows, pretzels, or cubes of pound cake.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (530.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2050.2 |
| Total Fat 128.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 76.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 364mg | 0% |
| Sodium 227.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 200.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 200.5g | |
| Protein 0.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 12.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 21mg | 0% |
Source of Calories