Perfect Cheese Fondue and What to Dip in Fondue

Perfect Cheese Fondue and What to Dip in Fondue

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 Years 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.

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!

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.

Corn Starch
Garlic
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?

Mix all the grated cheeses with cornstarch and set aside.
Slice a garlic clove in half and then rub the exposed side all over inside your fondue pot (or saucepan).
Add the broth and vinegar to the pot over medium heat and bring it to a simmer.
Add the cheese mixture to the pot one handful at a time and stir until melted.
The mustard and nutmeg get added last. Stir them in until smooth.
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 fondue:

How Do You Reheat Cheese Fondue?

Reheat on the stovetop, 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. A little liquid needs to be added when reheating frozen fondue.

What Can You Substitute For Fontina Cheese?

Gruyère, provolone, gouda, or emmental are good substitutes for fontina cheese.  Mozzarella can be used in a pinch.

Try Monterey jack cheese for a Mexican spin. We also really like swiss. 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.

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!