30-Minute White Cheddar Fondue Recipe
This 30-Minute White Cheddar Fondue is a creamy, flavorful dip perfect for parties or cozy nights in. Made with sharp white cheddar cheese, enriched with heavy cream, and seasoned with garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and nutmeg, this fondue melts to a smooth, luscious consistency that's ideal for dipping bread, vegetables, or meats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Fondue
- 8 oz sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Cheese: In a bowl, toss the shredded sharp white cheddar cheese with cornstarch to evenly coat each piece, which helps prevent clumping and ensures smooth melting.
- Heat Cream: Place the heavy cream in a fondue pot or heavy saucepan and warm it over medium-low heat until it is hot but not boiling.
- Add Garlic: Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds to infuse the cream with its flavor without browning the garlic.
- Melt Cheese: Gradually add the cornstarch-coated cheese mixture to the warm cream, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted and the fondue is smooth and creamy.
- Season Fondue: Stir in the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and nutmeg, mixing well to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Adjust Taste: Season the fondue with salt and freshly ground black pepper to your preferred taste.
- Serve Warm: Keep the fondue warm and serve immediately with your favorite dippers such as crusty bread, vegetables, or cooked meats.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese rather than pre-shredded for better melting and texture.
- If the fondue is too thick, thin it with a splash of additional heavy cream or white wine.
- For a tangy twist, substitute half the heavy cream with dry white wine.
- Keep the heat low to prevent the cheese from separating or becoming grainy.
- Use a fondue pot with a low flame or heat source to maintain temperature during serving.
- Vegetarian-friendly if Worcestershire sauce used is vegetarian; check ingredients accordingly.
