chocolate fondue pots

Common heating options include electric bases with specified wattage (for example a 1000W element) and adjustable temperature controls, stovetop-compatible cast-iron pots, and small gel-fuel burners for tabletop use.

Most sets include fondue forks (commonly 4 up to 8). Many also include a stand or base, a burner or removable pot holder, and sometimes snack trays, fork rings, and an instruction manual.

Electric pots commonly have adjustable temperature dials or illuminated controls. Some models specify a wide temperature range—for example from 150 to 450—to melt and maintain chocolate or cheese at the desired consistency.

Chocolate fondue pots are used to melt chocolates (milk, dark, white, and butterscotch) and to make cheese fondues, sauces, and broths. Typical dippers include fruit, marshmallows, pretzels, bread, vegetables, and small pieces of meat cooked in broth.

Some pots are designed for direct stovetop heating (compatible with gas and electric cooktops). Others use electric bases or 1000W heating elements for tabletop use, and many sets include a chrome gel-fuel burner for tabletop heating.