Description

This Melting Pot Cheese Fondue Recipe delivers a smooth, creamy, restaurant-style classic made with cheddar and Emmentaler cheese, beer, garlic, and savory seasonings. Perfect for date nights, dinner parties, or special occasions, this fondue creates a rich, communal dining experience right at home.

Ingredients

Scale

1/2 cup light beer (such as Bud Light)
2 teaspoons fresh garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon dry mustard powder
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
6 ounces medium-sharp cheddar cheese, freshly grated
2 ounces Emmentaler Swiss cheese, freshly grated
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Instructions

Toss grated cheddar and Emmentaler cheese with cornstarch until evenly coated.
Heat beer, garlic, dry mustard, and Worcestershire sauce in a fondue pot over medium heat until gently simmering.
Reduce heat and add one-third of the cheese mixture, whisking constantly until melted.
Continue adding remaining cheese in two portions, whisking until smooth and glossy.
Adjust consistency with a small splash of beer if needed.
Reduce heat to low and serve immediately while warm.

Notes

Use freshly grated cheese and keep heat low to prevent grainy or separated fondue.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: Swiss-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Calories: 123
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 285mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 25mg

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