Creamy Swiss Fondue

Name: Creamy Swiss Fondue
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Garlic; Dry white wine; Fresh lemon juice; Gruyère cheese; Emmental cheese; Cornstarch; Kirsch; Black pepper; Nutmeg; Baguette; Baby potatoes; Broccoli florets; Apples

A traditional Swiss delight with a rich, creamy texture

Serve this fondue as the centerpiece of a fun and interactive meal, featuring a harmonious blend of cheeses and assorted dipping delights for a delightful communal experience.

1 h 10 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Cheese Fondue

Garlic

1 clove, halved

Dry white wine

1 ½ cups (such as Sauvignon Blanc)

Fresh lemon juice

1 tablespoon

Gruyère cheese

2 cups (8 oz), grated

Emmental cheese

2 cups (8 oz), grated

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

Kirsch

1 tablespoon (optional)

Black pepper

Freshly ground, to taste

Nutmeg

To taste

For Assorted Dipping Items

Baguette

Cut into 1-inch cubes

Baby potatoes

12 oz, boiled

Broccoli florets

2 cups, blanched

Apples

2 cups, sliced

Preparation

Preparing the Fondue

Rub fondue pot

Rub the inside of the fondue pot with the cut sides of the garlic halves.

Heat liquid

Pour the wine and lemon juice into the pot, and heat gently until hot but not boiling.

Avoid letting the cheese mixture boil as it can cause separation.

Add cheeses

Gradually add the cheeses, stirring continuously until a smooth mixture forms.

Ensure the cheese is fully melted and smooth by stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion. Toss cheese with cornstarch before adding to help prevent clumping.

Prepping the Dipping Items

Prepare bread

Cut the baguette into cubes and arrange in a serving bowl.

Cook potatoes

Boil the baby potatoes until tender, then drain and let cool slightly.

Blanch and slice

Blanch broccoli florets by boiling for 2 minutes, then shock in ice water, and slice apples just before serving to prevent browning.

Cooking Process

Melting the Cheese

Gradually stir cheeses into warmed wine mixture until melted.

Timing: 15-20 minutes. Heat: Low heat.

Finishing Touches

Blend in kirsch, if using, and season with pepper and nutmeg.

Timing: 5 minutes. Heat: Gentle, consistent heat.

Serving Setup

Maintain a gentle heat source under the fondue pot for consistent smoothness.

Plating & Serving