Gluten-Free Cheese Fondue
Gluten-free cheese fondue made with Gruyère and Emmental, thickened with cornstarch instead of flour. Dry white wine, fresh garlic, warm spices, and a splash of kirsch come together in about 10 minutes. Serve with gluten-free bread, blanched veggies, and tart apple slices for dipping.
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Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 oz (226 g) Gruyère cheese - shredded
- 8 oz (226 g) Emmental cheese - shredded
- 2 tablespoons (16 g) cornstarch
- 1 clove garlic - cut in half
- 8 oz (226 g) dry white white - like Sauvignon Blanc
- 1 tablespoon (15 g) lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon ground mustard
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (30 g) Brandy - or Kirsch or Cognac - ensure gluten-free
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Instructions
- Combine the shredded 8 oz (226 g) Gruyère cheese and 8 oz (226 g) Emmental cheese in a large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons (16 g) cornstarch and toss until every shred is coated. Set aside.
- Rub the cut sides of 1 clove garlic all over the inside of the fondue pot.
- Add 8 oz (226 g) dry white white and heat on medium until it reaches a gentle simmer, about 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in 1 tablespoon (15 g) lemon juice, ½ teaspoon ground mustard, ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg, and ½ teaspoon ground black pepper.
- Add the cheese mixture a handful at a time, stirring with a rubber spatula after each addition. Wait until each handful is fully melted before adding the next. This takes about 4-5 minutes total.
- Stir in the 2 tablespoons (30 g) Brandy until combined.
- Keep the fondue on low heat while serving, stirring occasionally so a film doesn't form on top.
- Serve with your favorite gluten-free dippers.
Notes
- Gluten-Free Note: If you have celiac disease or are gluten-free for other reasons, but sure to double check all of your ingredients are gluten-free. Use only gluten-free dippers to avoid cross-contaminating the fondue.
- Dippers: I served my cheese fondue with a gluten-free baguette I cut into 1-inch cubes, broccoli that I blanched for 1 minute until just tender, and tart granny smith apples that I cut into 1 inch pieces. For the baguette, I used a Schar gluten-free french baguette.
- Nutrition: The nutritional information below is an estimate and does not include the dipping ingredients since that will vary based on what you choose.
Nutrition
Calories: 271kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 58mg | Sodium: 257mg | Potassium: 70mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin A: 505IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 543mg | Iron: 0.2mg
