Description
This Classic Cheese Fondue recipe combines Swiss and Gruyere cheeses melted to creamy perfection with Sauvignon Blanc wine, creating a rich and flavorful dip. Perfect for parties or cozy gatherings, it’s served hot with an assortment of fresh vegetables, bread, and fruit for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Fondue Base
- 1 clove garlic
- 1.5 cups Sauvignon Blanc wine
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp water
- 0.5 lb Swiss cheese, grated
- 0.5 lb Gruyere cheese, grated
Dippers
- Grape tomatoes
- Carrot sticks
- Roasted fingerling potatoes
- French bread cubes
- Apple slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Pot: Rub the interior of a 4-quart saucepot with the cut sides of the garlic clove to infuse subtle flavor. Discard the garlic afterward.
- Heat the Wine: Pour the Sauvignon Blanc wine into the pot and bring it to a simmer over medium heat, creating a warm base for melting cheese.
- Make Cornstarch Slurry: In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to form a smooth slurry, which will help thicken the fondue.
- Melt the Cheese: Gradually add grated Swiss and Gruyere cheeses to the simmering wine, stirring constantly in a figure-8 or zigzag motion to prevent clumping. Continue until the cheese is completely melted and the mixture is creamy, making sure the fondue does not boil.
- Thicken the Fondue: Stir the cornstarch slurry again, then add it to the cheese mixture. Stir continuously in the same figure-8 motion until the mixture thickens slightly, usually about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Serve: Transfer the fondue to a fondue pot set over a low flame or serve directly from the saucepan placed on a trivet. Offer an assortment of grape tomatoes, carrot sticks, roasted fingerling potatoes, French bread cubes, and apple slices for dipping.
Notes
- Use a good quality dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc to enhance the fondue’s flavor.
- Grate the cheeses freshly for smoother melting and better texture.
- Stir in figure-8 motions to avoid cheese clumping and to maintain a creamy consistency.
- Do not let the fondue boil, as it can separate and become grainy.
- Serve immediately after preparing for the best dipping experience.
- Substitute cheeses with other mild melting varieties like Emmental if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Swiss
Keywords: cheese fondue, classic fondue recipe, Swiss cheese fondue, Gruyere cheese, party appetizer, melted cheese dip
