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Creamy Swiss Fondue Recipe Easy Homemade Cheese Fondue for Cozy Gatherings

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A warm, velvety Swiss cheese fondue made with Gruyère and Emmental cheeses, white wine, and a hint of kirsch, perfect for cozy gatherings and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz (225g) Gruyère cheese, grated
  • 8 oz (225g) Emmental cheese, grated
  • 1 cup (240ml) dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1 clove garlic, halved
  • 1 tbsp kirsch (cherry brandy), optional
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Pinch of nutmeg, optional
  • 1 baguette or rustic loaf, cut into bite-sized cubes (day-old bread preferred)

Instructions

  1. Rub the inside of your fondue pot with the halved garlic clove to infuse a gentle garlic aroma.
  2. Finely grate the Gruyère and Emmental cheeses using a box grater.
  3. Toss the grated cheese with cornstarch in a bowl until evenly coated to stabilize the fondue.
  4. Pour the white wine into the fondue pot and warm gently over medium-low heat until it starts to shimmer, about 3–4 minutes. Do not boil.
  5. Slowly add the cheese mixture to the warm wine, stirring constantly in a figure-eight motion until smooth and creamy, about 8–10 minutes.
  6. Stir in the lemon juice and kirsch (if using) until the mixture is silky and homogenous, about 2 minutes.
  7. Season with freshly ground black pepper and a pinch of nutmeg to taste.
  8. Transfer the pot to a fondue burner or Sterno to keep warm while serving. Serve immediately with cubes of crusty bread, fresh veggies, or boiled potatoes for dipping.

Notes

Rub the pot with garlic before melting cheese to add subtle flavor and prevent sticking. Use a gentle figure-eight stirring motion to ensure smooth melting. Keep heat low to avoid clumping or burning. If fondue thickens too much, add a splash of warm white wine to loosen. If it separates, whisk in cornstarch dissolved in cold water over low heat until smooth.

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Keywords: Swiss fondue, cheese fondue, Gruyère, Emmental, cozy gatherings, easy fondue recipe, homemade cheese fondue, winter recipe

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