Cheese fondue and all the sides you could want for a happy New Year’s Eve celebration! Pull out your skewers, because it’s time to dip all the things in cheese! This fondue is creamy and smooth and is a blend of 3 cheeses.
What does New Year’s Eve look like at your house? Do you have any food traditions? Cheese fondue has become a favorite NYE tradition of ours. It is so fun to put that big pot o’ cheese in the middle of a bunch of fun dipping choices!
What is your favorite thing to dip in cheese fondue? We are going to share all our favorite dippers as well as how easy it is to make this fondue. As long as we are having a party, make a batch of dessert chocolate fondue too and dip away!
What Ingredients Go in Cheese Fondue?
This ingredients list is short and simple! Grab these three cheeses and few things you probably already have, and you’re on your way to cheese town! Here is everything you need for this cheese fondue recipe:
- Fontina Cheese
- Gruyere Cheese
- Smoked Gouda
- TIP: Buy all the cheeses in a block and shred it yourself. The pre-shredded cheeses are coated in additives that prevent them from melting together properly.
- EZ Gel or Corn Starch
- Garlic Clove
- Chicken Broth
- Apple Cider Vinegar
- Dijon Mustard
- Nutmeg
The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of the post. And don’t forget to buy all the stuff for dipping too. See section below for our suggestions.
How to Make Cheese Fondue?
You aren’t going to believe how easy it is to make your cheese fondue at home! Here are the steps:
- Toss: Grate all the cheeses and toss with the EZ Gel (or cornstarch) and set aside.
- Rub: Slice a garlic clove in half and then rub the exposed side all over inside your fondue pot (or saucepan).
- Simmer: Add the broth and vinegar to the pot over medium heat and bring it to a simmer.
- Stir: Add the grated cheese mixture to the pot one handful at a time and stir until melted.
- Mix: The mustard and nutmeg get added last. Stir them in until smooth.
- Serve: Serve with all your favorite accompaniments.
The steps for making this recipe can also be found in the recipe card below.
What to Dip in Cheese Fondue?
These are some of our favorite things to dip in melted cheese:
- Bread Cubes
- Apple Slices
- Cherry Tomatoes
- Roasted Baby Potatoes
- Raw or Steamed Broccoli or Cauliflower
- Sausage
- Crackers
- Pretzels (we love the soft pretzel bites you can find at Costco)
- Carrot Sticks
- Bell Peppers Slices
- Ham Slices
- Meatballs
- Chips
- Seedless Grapes
- Apples
Anything that sounds good with cheese will be great for dipping. Use your imagination and get what your family and guests love!
What Is the Best Fondue Pot?
I really think that a fondue pot is needed to make this cheese fondue. I have this one from Cuisinart and it is great at keeping cheese at the perfect temperature and can easily feed a crowd! Who doesn’t love sitting around with a group of people you love and dipping things into gooey cheese or silky chocolate? You can get it on Amazon for around $70.
What Can You Substitute For Fontina Cheese?
Gruyère, provolone, gouda, or Emmentaler cheese are good substitutes for fontina cheese. Mozzarella can be used in a pinch.
Try monterey jack cheese for a for Mexican spin. We also really like swiss cheese. Choose the cheese combination that you love.
Can White Vinegar Be Substituted For Apple Cider Vinegar?
White vinegar can be substituted for apple cider vinegar, however, you may need to add just a splash of lemon juice for better flavor.
Is Cheese Fondue an Appetizer or Main Dish?
It can be either! It is a s super fun appetizer for a party or for feeding a crowd. People love picking out their own dippers and indulging in this creamy cheese. It can also be a main dish for feeding the fam. My kids love when we have fondue for dinner!
Do You Have to Have a Fondue Pot to Make Fondue?
We do have a fondue pot that we love, but you don’t have to have one to enjoy this recipe. It works just fine in a saucepan over the stove. Just be sure to keep the heat medium to low so you don’t scorch the cheese.
We also love to use fondue forks to dip the food into the cheese, but they aren’t necessary.
Storing and Reheating
Leftovers should be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It will keep for 4-5 days.
How Do You Reheat Cheese Fondue?
Reheat on the stove top, in a double boiler, or in the microwave, adding a little liquid as needed.
Can You Freeze Cheese Fondue?
Cheese fondue can be frozen for up to 2 months in an airtight container. A little liquid needs to be added when reheating frozen fondue.
It’s not easy being cheesy…unless you’re this cheese fondue! It’s easy and dreamy! New Years Eve is a great occasion to do something special, and our family loves to celebrate by dipping everything we can get our hands on in this fondue!
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Description
Cheese fondue and all the sides you could want for a happy New Year’s Eve celebration! This is enough cheese fondue for a 1-2 quart fondue pot. Please double for a 3qt pot.
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In a small bowl, coat the cheeses with EZ Gel and set aside.
2 Cups Fontina Cheese, 2 Cups Gruyere Cheese, 2 Cups Smoked Gouda, 1/4 Cup EZ Gel
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Rub the inside of your fondue pot all over with the garlic clove, throw away once done.
1 Clove Garlic
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Over medium heat, add the broth and vinegar to a pot and bring to a simmer. Slowly add a handful of cheese in at a time, stirring as you do so that it gently melts in allowing for a smooth fondue.
1/2 Cup Chicken Broth, 1/2 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar
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Add the mustard and nutmeg and stir again. Serve with accompaniments
1/2 teaspoon Dijon Mustard, 1/4 teaspoon Nutmeg, Cubed Bread, Apple Slices, Seedless Grapes, Cherry Tomatoes, Roasted Baby Potatoes, Raw or Steamed Broccoli or Cauliflower, Sausage, Sliced Ham, Crackers, Pretzels, Chips
May be refrigerated overnight and reheated in a microwave oven, or on the stove over low heat.
Calories: 650kcal
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