Chocolate Fudge Cheese

Pairings and Complementary Flavors:

Cocktails: Chocolate Martini, Espresso Martini, Chocolate Old Fashioned, Mexican Hot Chocolate
Chocolate-based cocktails will highlight the cocoa in the cheese and be an indulgent pairing. Try this decadent cheese with a Chocolate Martini, Espresso Martini, Chocolate Old Fashioned (using chocolate bitters), or Mexican Hot Chocolate. The sweet notes within these cocktails will make an excellent dessert combination.

Wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Zinfandel, Riesling, Port, Champagne
~ Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, and Zinfandel all contain rich, dark, fruity flavors with robust tannins that pair exceptionally well with chocolate fudge cheese’s rich and semi-sweet flavor.
~ Due to its luscious sweetness, a late-harvest Riesling is a delightful contrast to the cheese.
~ Port is a classic chocolate pairing; the sweetness and fruity notes beautifully complement the intense chocolate flavors in this cheese.
~ Champagne is a refreshing pairing that offsets the cheese’s dark chocolate flavors while adding an effervescence.

Beer: Stout (cherry or raspberry), Porter, Belgian Quadrupel
~ Stout and Porter, with their roasted malt, chocolate, and coffee notes, harmonize well with the chocolate. The rich yet dark flavors in these beers are the perfect companion. A cherry or raspberry stout provides contrasting yet complementary flavors due to their fruity notes, adding brightness and complexity to this delightful chocolate cheese.
~ Belgian Quadrupel contains complex flavors of dark fruits and caramel and a sweet, malty profile that brings the deep flavors of chocolate into the cheese.

Accompaniments: Fresh berries, nuts, coffee, espresso, aged cheddar
~ The tartness of fresh berries provides an alluring contrast to the deep chocolate flavors.
~ Nuts such as almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts, or pistachios provide a particular textural contrast and nutty flavor, satisfying the overall taste experience.
~ Coffee and espresso can intensify the deep chocolate flavors and create a mocha-like taste.
~ When paired with deep, rich fudge cheese, the contrasting tangy flavors and texture of aged cheddar create an intriguing combination for any cheese lover.

Suggested uses:

For a dessert board paired with aged cheddar, fresh fruits, nuts, crackers, and honey

Easily elevate French toast, pancakes, or crepes. Pair with raspberry preserves and fresh whipped cream for a delectable combination.

To accentuate the flavors of croissants, danishes, muffins, or any other pastries

In truffles combined with crushed nuts or cookies, then rolled in cocoa or nuts.