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Classic Cheese Fondue

Classic Cheese Fondue prepared dish

Indulge in the rich and creamy experience of classic cheese fondue, perfect for sharing with friends and family. This delightful dish combines a blend of cheeses melted to perfection, served with an array of dippable accompaniments. Enjoy the warmth and flavor as you gather around the pot for a memorable dining experience!

This recipe is dinner, scaled for 6 servings, with 15 min prep and 20 min cook.

Prep: 15 min · Cook: 20 min · Total: 35 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include nutmeg, cornstarch, garlic, lemon juice.
  • Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1 pinch nutmeg
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 clove garlic (halved)
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 loaf baguette (cubed)
  • 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 300 g vegetables (e.g., broccoli, bell peppers) (blanched and cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 200 g emmental cheese (shredded)
  • 250 ml dry white wine
  • 200 g gruyère cheese (shredded)

Instructions

  1. Rub the inside of a fondue pot with the halved garlic clove and discard the garlic.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the dry white wine and lemon juice, and heat over medium heat until hot but not boiling.
  3. Gradually add the shredded Gruyère and Emmental cheeses to the wine, stirring continuously until melted and smooth.
  4. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water to create a slurry, then stir it into the cheese mixture to thicken.
  5. Season the fondue with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg, then transfer to the prepared fondue pot.
  6. Serve the cheese fondue with cubed baguette and blanched vegetables for dipping.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 380
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Fat: 25 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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