Cheese Fondue
Submitted by Gilda
Microwave cheese fondue with Swiss cheese, white wine, and a splash of kirsch. Ready in 15 minutes for easy entertaining with crusty French bread cubes.
YIELD
4 servingsPREP
9 minCOOK
6 minREADY
15 minThis microwave cheese fondue brings the cozy, bubbly charm of a Swiss chalet right to your kitchen without the fuss of a stovetop.
Shredded Swiss cheese melts into dry white wine with hints of nutmeg and garlic for a silky, savory dip that’s ready in under 15 minutes.
A splash of kirsch adds a subtle cherry warmth that makes this fondue feel truly authentic.
Grab some crusty French bread cubes, a few fondue forks, and gather around the pot.
Chef Tips
- Toss the shredded cheese with flour before melting to keep the fondue smooth and prevent clumping
- Use a dry white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or the classic Swiss pick, Fendant
- Stir well during the last half of cooking to ensure even melting
- Keep the fondue warm on a low heat stand so it stays perfectly dippable
Variations
- Swap Swiss for Gruyère or a blend of Emmental and Gruyère for deeper flavor
- Add a splash of lemon juice instead of kirsch for a bright, alcohol-free twist
- Serve with apple slices, steamed broccoli, or roasted baby potatoes alongside the bread
Ingredients
Directions
Rub the insides and bottom of a deep, 1½-quart heat- resistant, non-metallic casserole or heat-resistant, non-metallic fondue pot with garlic.
Discard garlic.
Combine cheese, flour, salt, pepper and nutmeg in the prepared dish.
Add wine and mix well.
Heat, covered, in Microwave Oven 6 minutes stirring during last half of cooking time.
If cheese is not completely melted, heat an additional 30 to 60 seconds.
If desired, stir in kirsch.
Spear squares of French bread with fondue forks or regular forks and dip in fondue.
If necessary, fondue pot may be placed on a warmer stand over low heat or returned to Microwave Oven to reheat fondue.
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