This Easy Cheese Fondue Recipe is creamy, cheesy, and perfect for dipping bread, veggies, or fruit — a fun and delicious appetizer for parties or cozy nights in.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Appetizer
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Swiss
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 clove garlic, halved
1 cup dry white wine
8 oz Gruyère cheese, shredded
8 oz Swiss cheese or Emmental, shredded
1 tbsp cornstarch
2 tbsp kirsch (optional)
1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Dippers: cubed bread, blanched veggies, apple slices
Instructions
Rub the inside of a fondue pot or medium saucepan with the cut sides of the garlic clove; discard garlic.
Add wine to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
In a bowl, toss shredded cheeses with cornstarch to coat.
Gradually add cheese to the simmering wine, stirring constantly in a zig-zag motion (not circles) until cheese is melted and smooth.
Stir in kirsch, nutmeg, and black pepper.
Transfer pot to a fondue stand over a candle or low flame to keep warm. Serve with bread cubes and other dippers.
Notes
Use good quality cheese for best flavor and smooth melting.
Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from clumping or burning.
If fondue becomes too thick, stir in a splash of warm wine.