Trying to find a option like this that will melt chocolate for fondue but not burn it? Will this work? Is there a crock pot that will do this?
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You may use our slow cookers on the Warm setting, or our warming units (Little Dippers), to melt chocolate.
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Hi, I don`t know from experience as I have only had it a short time and used it only once, but I do know this. There is a sentence in the manual that says to prepare cheese and sauces in a saucepan and then transfer it to the fondue pot after. Also, in the fondue book I downloaded, they also recommend that...but of course they don`t know that I own this particular version. By the way, I am about to try my first real, bonifide fondue tonight complete with wine and spices. I am not disappointed that I bought this product. I bought it second hand, but it was like new. If you have other questions or get ideas, I would love to hear them.
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There is no lid for an electric fondue pot. We use vegetable or chicken broth of beef broth and not oil to cook meats and vegetables in just a few moments. We got a second pot for our family get-togethers with 13 people all tryign to cook bits of food at the same time. Everyone has their own colored skewer to cook with. Our kids and grandkids love this for special occasions.
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I use Ghirardelli triple chocolate mix regular and it comes out perfectly. The family size requires 2 pouches of mix. You would have to extend the cooking time a little.
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I have only made cheese fondue and melted cheese on stove top prior to that. Never tried to make it on the burner.
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I used to make it on the stove. I use Hersey's hot chocolate recipe except when I make it in the cocomotion I exclude the water (from the recipe).Ingredients1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup HERSHEY'S CocoaDash salt1/3 cup hot water4 cups (1 qt.) milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractMiniature marshmallows or sweetened whipped cream (optional)Directions1. Stir together sugar, cocoa and salt in medium saucepan; stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil and stir 2 minutes. Add milk; stirring constantly, heat to serving temperature. Do Not Boil.2. Remove from heat; add vanilla. Beat with rotary beater or whisk until foamy. Serve topped with marshmallows or whipped cream, if desired. Five 8-oz. servings. I used to make it on the stove. I use Hersey's hot chocolate recipe except when I make it in the cocomotion I exclude the water (from the recipe).Ingredients1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup HERSHEY'S CocoaDash salt1/3 cup hot water4 cups (1 qt.) milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractMiniature marshmallows or sweetened whipped cream (optional)Directions1. Stir together sugar, cocoa and salt in medium saucepan; stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil and stir 2 minutes. Add milk;... » Read More I used to make it on the stove. I use Hersey's hot chocolate recipe except when I make it in the cocomotion I exclude the water (from the recipe).Ingredients1/2 cup sugar1/4 cup HERSHEY'S CocoaDash salt1/3 cup hot water4 cups (1 qt.) milk3/4 teaspoon vanilla extractMiniature marshmallows or sweetened whipped cream (optional)Directions1. Stir together sugar, cocoa and salt in medium saucepan; stir in water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil. Boil and stir 2 minutes. Add milk; stirring constantly, heat to serving temperature. Do Not Boil.2. Remove from heat; add vanilla. Beat with rotary beater or whisk until foamy. Serve topped with marshmallows or whipped cream, if desired. Five 8-oz. servings. « Show Less
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If it is chocolate only, it needs to be floated on water in a double boil. This is difficult with an electric fondue pot. Add milk or cream to the chocolate while melting.
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I've used it for cheese, I just made sure my flame was on a lower setting so the cheese didn't burn. I'm sure chocolate would work too so long as you don't let it get too hot.
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The only temperature settings for this product are on and off... While this would probably work great at melting wax, etc... It would likely keep them at too hot of temperature for instant use... Remember that food temps have to be kept at hotter temperatures (to kill bacteria, etc in food) than what body butters, scrubs, and lotions would be kept at for comfortable use... I would think you could subject someone to severe burns if you used oils, etc right from the crock... But, I have never tried it... and must admit... Its a clever idea! ... Over time, I could really see a sugar scrub carmelizing in the crock... which would definitely create some issues... The only temperature settings for this product are on and off... While this would probably work great at melting wax, etc... It would likely keep them at too hot of temperature for instant use... Remember that food temps have to be kept at hotter temperatures (to kill bacteria, etc in food) than what body butters, scrubs, and lotions would be kept at for comfortable use... I would think you could subject someone to severe burns if you used oils, etc right from the crock... But, I have never tried it... and must admit... Its a clever idea! ... Over time, I could really see a sugar scrub... » Read More The only temperature settings for this product are on and off... While this would probably work great at melting wax, etc... It would likely keep them at too hot of temperature for instant use... Remember that food temps have to be kept at hotter temperatures (to kill bacteria, etc in food) than what body butters, scrubs, and lotions would be kept at for comfortable use... I would think you could subject someone to severe burns if you used oils, etc right from the crock... But, I have never tried it... and must admit... Its a clever idea! ... Over time, I could really see a sugar scrub carmelizing in the crock... which would definitely create some issues... « Show Less
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Did you use the max of 5 pounds of chocolate? Or did you refill? Curious to how long it will last with a large crowd like yours. I'm thinking about splurging for Chocoley's Just Melt It! No oil required! :] Thanks, Leslie
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I wouldn't recommend this technique -- but I have done this. My advice (if you absolutely must microwave): Dice the butter. Heat in 10 sec* increments until soft (not melted). The butter will become more spreadable and easier to pack into your butter crock! *microwave oven times vary
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I no longer have my book, but I can tell you how I make it. The clear plastic part of the pot has graded cup marks. I use milk (most of the time skim, but I assume the creamier the better) and pour it into the pot based on how many cups I want to make. If I am using packets of hot cocoa I just put in one packet for every cup I am making. Plug it in, and push the button on the front. It will automatically stop when it is ready and warm....maybe 3-5 minutes. I think it comes out just perfect, but for my kids, I put a little cold milk in the mug before I pour the hot chocolate in....cools it down for them. An important thing for cleaning......when you clean, the center spinner is a magnet and milk gets trapped underneath. Just put your hand in and pull out the magnetic spinner, or you will have a sour smell/taste the next time you use it! Good luck.....if I can help you out any further, let me know......this has to be one of my favorite appliances!!!
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I used it to make Salted Whiskey Carmles. It worked ok. It doesn't melt at high temps, which is good but it does dispurse heat quickly. Which can be bad if you have something in it that cools quickly, like Carmles. If your chocolate will stay liquid for a while this would work just fine.
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I did something similar to this recipe: http://www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/tyler-florence/cheese-fondue-recipe.html It turned out delicious! :)
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The Fondue Pot has a heating element so it will melt the chocolate for you.
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I think the capacity is more for if you are using it for cheese or chocolate fondue. For traditional fondue cooking, I actually fill it a bit deeper than what is indicated, but you really don't need a ton of oil or broth if you are cooking in it. And if you are doing chocolate or cheese, you can disregard the fill line. The design of this has worked well for our family because it is wider than the more traditional style fondue pots which allows more skewers in the oil at once without a lot of crowding. I like it a lot and would recommend it.
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I have done a lot of research on crock pots and watched many youtube video on how to make this and that. Every manufacturers temperature setting is a little different, but what you need is a food thermometer. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ykRnHXwoOic So many of the times on youtube are correct for cooking. It is trail and error.