Simple Cheddar Cheese Fondue

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We love fondue at our house and have recently started getting the kids involved! This Simple Cheddar Cheese Fondue is sure to be loved by children and adults. It comes together super fast, is creamy, and easy to dip! This recipe is great anytime but is great to serve for Valentine’s Day, New Years Eve, Christmas and any other holiday or for a party as an appetizer!

Cheddar Cheese Fondue in a fondue pot with a plate of broccoli, bread and apples

How to make Simple Cheddar Cheese Fondue

This recipe will be best in a fondue pot so that it can stay warm and melted while serving, however it can be made on the stove as well. In a fondue pot, over medium-low heat cook garlic for 1-2 minutes. Add chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

While waiting for the broth to simmer, toss cheese with flour to coat. Pre-shredded or freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese can be used. Once broth is simmering, slowly add shredded cheese and stir to melt. Be sure to stir constantly while the cheese is melting so the heat distributes evenly.

Once all cheese is melted adjust heat on the fondue pot to keep cheese warm but not too hot. If cheese becomes too hot it may burn on the bottom of the pot. Serve immediately.

Serving Suggestions

Cheese fondue has so many options for what can be dipped in it! Here are some of our suggestions:

Cubed bread, from either a baguette, french bread or any other bread that you love.
Pretzels, soft or hard
Crackers
Fruit- apples or berries
Dried fruit
Vegetables- raw or steamed such as broccoli, asparagus, potatoes, carrots, peppers
Large pasta shapes
Chips

Have fun and explore with your fondue! If you like this fondue you may also like our Easy Beer Cheese Fondue, Dairy Free Chocolate Fondue and 3-Ingredient Chocolate Fondue!

Give yourself a melting pot experience at home by doing a cheese fondue course, salad course, broth course and chocolate fondue course.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make this recipe gluten free?

Yes! Swap the flour for cornstarch, but only use half of the amount. Then, serve with fruit, vegetables and your favorite gluten free breads or pretzels.

Can I make this recipe in a slow cooker?

I have not tested this recipe in a slow cooker but I think if you make it on the stove you could keep it warm in a slow cooker or crock pot for serving.

Can cheese fondue be reheated?

Yes! Let any leftover fondue cool and store in the refrigerator in an air tight container. Reheat in the microwave slowly or on the stove over low medium heat.

Isn’t fondue usually made with swiss cheese?

Some traditional recipes do use swiss cheese however that’s not the only option. This cheddar cheese fondue is sure to be loved by all.

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