Caramel Fondue

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Caramel fondue is easy to make and is fun for a crowd. Roll pieces of caramel coated fruit or poundcake in shaved chocolate, chopped nuts or coconut. Mmmmm.

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Steps

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In medium saucepan , combine the sugar with the corn syrup and water.

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Cook over low heat , stirring occasionally , until the sugar dissolves , about 10 minutes.

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Increase the heat to moderately high and simmer , brushing down the sides of the saucepan occasionally with a wet brush , ntil the syrup starts to turn golden.

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Gently swirl the pan and continue to simmer until a deep amber caramel forms , about 40 minutes total from the time you started.

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Remove the saucepan from the heat.

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Carefullyl stir in the heavy cream , then stir in the butter until melted.

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Return the saucepan to the heat and bring the caramel just to a simmer.

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Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla.

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Let the caramel cool for 30 minutes , whisking occasionally.

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Pour the caramel into a heatproof serving bowl or fondue pot set over low heat and serve with the cake , fruit and garnishes.

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The caramel can be refrigerated for 1 week.

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Rewarm gently over low heat.

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Ingredients

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sugar, corn syrup, water, heavy cream, unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract, cake, chocolate