Fruit Skewers with Chocolate Dipping Sauce

1. 1

   Cut the fruit into bite sized chunks.

2. 2

   Thread a piece of each fruit onto a skewer along with a mint leaf.

3. 3

   Set aside.

4. 4

   In a small saucepan over medium heat, add the maple syrup.

5. 5

   Whisk in the cocoa powder until the mixture is smooth.

6. 6

   Stir in the orange extract and cook until hot.

7. 7

   Don't let it come to a boil.

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   Spoon into a serving dish and serve immediately as a dipping sauce with the fruit skewers.

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   Cook's note: Use whatever fruits are in season: berries, apples, pears, citrus, or dried fruit are all delightful.

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    Calories 335; Total Fat 3.5 g; (Sat Fat 2 g, Mono Fat 1 g, Poly Fat 0 g) ; Protein 6 g; Carb 84 g; Fiber 10 g; Cholesterol 0 mg; Sodium 12 mg

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.