I have a some questions about making chocolate "fondue"?

Possibly not fondue if I'm not using a fondue set??? Anyhow, for a sweet at a cocktail party I am wanting to put strawberries on a skewer and have my guest dip them in a large bowl of chocolate.



I have a recipe (of milk chocolate and cream) but my questions are:



How far in advance can I make it and can I reheat it in the microwave or over a bowl of hot water just before serving? Will it still be smooth?



Does the cream keep it runny?



Any other tips or recipes?I have a some questions about making chocolate "fondue"?
i did it like half an hour before it had to be served, then heated it again. but when melting it, i had to add extra milk to ensure it stayed runny. and it was heated in hot water. microwave gave it 'hot spots' and made it clumpy.



also, its great with dougnuts and bananas too. mmmm, your making me drool lol.I have a some questions about making chocolate "fondue"?
Yes, this will keep it in a "creamy" state and should be quite good. Just be sure to heat it very slowly.



You may consider creating a platter of various "treats" to dip such as, bananas, marshmallows, pound cake, grahamn crackers, brownies, cheese cake bits, pineapple, etc.



I've also had parties where on the invitation I asked ppl to bring items to dip in choc, then it was great fun to see what arrived with the guests, and everyone was quite surprised by a lot of the things others brought.I have a some questions about making chocolate "fondue"?
More like a chocolate dip if your not using a fondue set. But still yummy!

Yes you can make it and re heat it (over hot water NOT a microwave), but it takes about a minute to make, so why not do it fresh?

It will stay smooth (chocolate never lasts long!)

Strawberries are always a fave.. fudge, bread sticks, marshmallows, shortbread, large nuts and other fruits are always loved!

I might also suggest a shot or two (or three) of brandy into the chocolate mixture?