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Close-up of cheese fondue with grated Gruyere and Emmental, garlic, and wine on a light gray plate.

Cheese Fondue Board

Indulge in a warm and comforting Cheese Fondue Board, perfect for sharing with friends and family. This delightful dish features a rich and creamy cheese fondue served with an array of dippable delights.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Swiss
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Cheese Fondue
  • 1.5 lbs Gruyere cheese grated
  • 0.5 lbs Emmental cheese grated
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1.5 cups dry white grape juice
  • 2 tablespoons Kirsch (cherry apple juice)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Pinch of nutmeg
Dippers
  • 1 Fresh baguette cubed
  • 1 Assorted vegetables (broccoli florets, carrots, bell peppers)
  • 1 Apples sliced
  • 1 Cooked beef sausage sliced

Method
 

  1. Rub the inside of a fondue pot with minced garlic.
  2. Combine grated Gruyere and Emmental cheeses in a bowl.
  3. In the fondue pot, heat white grape juice over medium heat until simmering.
  4. Gradually add cheese to the grape juice, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
  5. In a small bowl, mix Kirsch and cornstarch until smooth. Add to the cheese mixture.
  6. Stir in nutmeg.
  7. Transfer the fondue pot to a heat source to keep warm.
  8. Arrange cubed baguette, vegetables, apples, and beef sausage on a board around the fondue pot.
  9. Serve immediately, using fondue forks to dip items into the cheese.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine along with the grape juice.