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Cheese Fondue

A classic cheese fondue recipe that is easy and sure to impress guests. Includes tips for making smooth fondue, the best cheeses, dippers and more!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 343 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For the fondue:
  • ⅓ pound firm alpine-style cheese such as gruyere
  • ⅓ pound fontina
  • ⅓ pound gouda
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup dry white wine such as Sauvignon Blanc
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon brandy
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
Assorted fondue dippers:
  • Boiled baby new potatoes in their skins quartered if large
  • Lightly steamed broccoli florets
  • Lightly steamed cauliflower florets
  • Lightly steamed asparagus
  • button mushrooms wiped clean and stems removed
  • cherry tomatoes
  • Sliced firm apples such as Granny Smith
  • Cooked sliced hot sausage
  • Cubed French, sourdough, and/or pumpernickel bread

Instructions

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  1. Grate all of the cheeses. In a medium bowl, combine the cheeses with the cornstarch, tossing thoroughly to coat all pieces.
  2. In a stove-safe fondue pot or large heavy saucepan, bring the wine, garlic, and lemon juice to a simmer over medium-low heat.
  3. Add the cheeses to the simmering liquid a little at a time, stirring well between each addition to ensure a smooth fondue.
  4. Once smooth, stir in the brandy, mustard, and nutmeg.
  5. Arrange an assortment of bite-size dipping foods on a platter. If necessary, carefully pour the fondue into a fondue pot.
  6. Serve with fondue forks or wooden skewers. Dip and enjoy!

Notes

  • Cheese fondue can be made 1 day in advance and kept in the refrigerator. Reheat gently over a double boiler, adding additional white wine as needed to thin the fondue and reach the right consistency.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1of 6, not including dippers Calories 343kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 5g (2%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 23g (35%) Saturated Fat 14g (70%) Cholesterol 86mg (29%) Sugar 2g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 343

% Daily Value*

Serving 1of 6, not including dippers
Calories 343kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 5g 2%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 23g 35%
Saturated Fat 14g 70%
Cholesterol 86mg 29%
Sugar 2g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.