Melting Pot Swiss Cheese Fondue

A fork dipping a vegetable piece into a melting pot of Swiss cheese fondue.

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Melting Pot Swiss Cheese Fondue

This Melting Pot Swiss Cheese Fondue Recipe is a classic, easy-to-make fondue perfect for any party!

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Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Total Time35

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Method: Instant Pot

Servings: Servings

Calories: 530kcal

Author: Corinne Schmitt

Equipment

Instant Pot
Fondue forks

Ingredients

1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese
1 ½ cups shredded Gouda cheese
1 ½ cups shredded Gruyere cheese
6 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup white or rose wine
1 cup water or chicken broth
2 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons lemon juice
½ teaspoon nutmeg
1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard

Instructions

Mix the cheeses with the cornstarch.
1 ½ cups shredded Swiss cheese, 1 ½ cups shredded Gouda cheese, 1 ½ cups shredded Gruyere cheese, 6 tablespoons cornstarch
Set your instant pot to sauté and add the wine, water, garlic, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil.
1 cup white or rose wine, 1 cup water or chicken broth, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, 3 tablespoons lemon juice
Once boiling, add the cheese and stir until melted.
Once melted add the nutmeg and mustard.
½ teaspoon nutmeg, 1 ½ teaspoons Dijon mustard
Dip your favorite veggies, apples, and bread in the instant pot.

Notes

Pro Tips

It is important to stir the cheese often while it is melting. This will help to prevent it from scorching or burning on the bottom of the pot.
Add a little more flavor with a sprinkle of black pepper.
It's better to shred the cheese yourself. Shredding your own cheese contributes to a smoother, creamier, and more flavorful fondue, free from additives and preservatives that can interfere with the texture and taste.
You can transfer the fondue to an electric fondue pot, or use your instant pot to keep this easy appetizer recipe warm. You can also keep this simple recipe warm for family gatherings in a slow cooker or mini crock pot.

Recipe FAQs

How do I store any leftover fondue?

Leftover cheese fondue can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

How do I reheat the fondue?

The best way to reheat this cheese fondue is slowly on the stove over low heat. You can also reheat it in the microwave on low power in short intervals (15-30 seconds), stirring in between, until it reaches the desired consistency.

What do I do if the cheese is too thick?

If your cheese sauce is too thick, you can thin it out by adding milk or cream.

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