Sweet and Savory Fondue Recipes (2024)

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We’re huge fans of anything that you can dip around here.

But our yummy recipes for easy taco dip, bacon ranch dip and cheesy quesowere probably a great hint that we’re huge fans of any type of dip.

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Fondue, of course it the most classic kind of dip there is. Over here, we’ve fully embrace the classic 1970’s fondue tradition. There’s a lot to say about delicious, melted cheesy goodness, cubes of bread, and wine that pairs perfectly.

Fondue, of course, is a lot more than just cheesy dips (though that’s a delicious place to start). There are tasty broth fondues, oil fondue, and tasty chocolate and other dessert fondues.

We’ve rounded up some of our favorite easy fondue recipes here to get you started. Check them out!

Mexican Beer Cheese Fondue from Melanie Makes.Yum! Slices of fresh jalapeno, garlic, beer and cheddar cheese make this easy seven ingredient Mexican Beer Cheese Fondue irresistible. Even better, it’s done in just 20 minutes!

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Goat Cheese Fondue Recipe from Dukes and duch*esses. This is such a simple, delicious recipe! Just bake tasty goat cheese,tomatoes, and olives quality olive oil, and serve with afresh sourdough baguette!

Vegan Fondue from Healthy Slow Cooking. There’s always a vegetarian or vegan in any crowd, and this vegan fondue is sure to please everyone, even the meat eaters in the group! It’s made with cashews, hummus and nutritional yeast. You’ll need to soak the cashews for 3 or more hours, but it’s soooo worth it. Yum!

Zesty Cheddar Fondue from The Creative Bite. There’s a lot of flavor in this fondue, which featuresrich sharp cheddar, onions, garlic and cilantro.

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Spinach Artichoke Cheese Fondue from Food Folks and Fun. This recipe usesButterkäse cheese, which can be hard to find, but it’s well worth the effort. Delicious!

Irish Potato Fondue from Mommy Evolution. We’re all about the potato over here. This tasty recipe dunks hot, crispy potatoes into a tasty cheese dip. Yes, please!

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Velveeta Cheese Fondue Dip from See Vanessa Craft. Looking for a fast, easy fondue that won’t clump or separate? This is made with Velveeta, so it will stay creamy and smooth. Serve with a green Granny Smith apple, sourdough bread, and veggies like broccoli, carrot and cauliflower.

Bacon Cheddar Cheese Fondue from CopyKat. The bacon lovers in your house will adore this cheesy, tasty dip flavored with chunks of bacon goodness.

Three Cheese Buffalo Fondue from Domestic Superhero. Made with mozzarella, cheddar, and Swiss cheese, and your favoritebuffalo wing sauce, this is a sure hit for any party.

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Mushroom Brie Fondue from Domestic Superhero. Looking to class up your dip game? This recipe is made with a perfect blend of three different cheese and mushrooms, and sure to impress.

Roasted Pepper Cheese Fondue Sauce from Homemade Food Junkie. This is a tasty, thick cheese sauce with plenty of peppers, sun-dried tomatoes and bacon. It’s even low carb and gluten free!

Rok Bistro Tomato Basil Fondue from Fearless Dining. From the popularRok Bistro in downtown Sunnyvale, this gluten free fondue made with cheese and white wine is always an instant hit.

Almond and Great Northern Bean Fondue from Healthy Slow Cooking. Break out your slow cooker for this vegan recipe, and serve withsteamed veggies, toasted bread cubes, or tempeh (a fermented tofu product we love here!).

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Traditional Swiss Cheese Fondue from Lauren Caris Cooks.This is the traditional fondue we know and love, made with Gruyere,Emmental, and Appenzeller cheese, plus dry white wine.

German Beer Fondue from Little Family Adventure. Now this is a hearty fondue! It’s made with German Hefeweizen, sharp cheddar, and Gruyere cheeses, and served with big hunks of bread, potatoes,bratwurst or knockwurst, and veggies. This is a full meal in itself.

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While fondue usually brings up classic 70’s images of cheesy goodness with fresh bread for dipping, dessert fondues are hugely popular too. We’ve even been known to serve up a huge plate of fresh fruit cut up with a simple chocolate fondue for a delicious afternoon snack. So good!

Chocolate Caramel Fondue from Suburban Simplicity. Chocolate, caramel, melted goodness. Yum!

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Slow Cooker Chocolate Fondue from Sweet and Savory Meals. This is a great recipe to make ahead. Just pop the ingredients in your slow cooker, and come back to chocolate goodness hours later.

Easy Chocolate Fondue from The Kitchen Is My PlayGround. This is the perfect recipe if you’re looking for a quick easy, chocolate fondue. No fuss, and cooks up in no time.

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The Best Chocolate Fondue with Ghirardelli Chocolate from Live Laugh and Craft. I loveGhirardelli Chocolate, and this delicious recipe is well worth the time to make.

Quick and Easy S’mores Chocolate Fondue from Fearless Dining. Chocolate and marshmallows are just made to go together, and this recipe proves the s’mores and fondue are perfect partners as well.

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Slow Cooker Cinnamon Roll Fondue with 20 Minute Miniature Cinnamon Rolls. If you love cinnamon rolls, this is the fondue for you. Even better, it’s made in the slow cooker, so it’s easy to prepare.

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Coconut Chocolate Fondue from Making The World Cuter. Made with coconut syrup, this is delicious with apple slices, pretzel sticks and a pound cake.

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FAQs

Can fondue be sweet or savoury? ›

It doesn't get more classic than fondue. Whether you're serving it up as an easy appetizer or as the cherry on top dessert to your dinner party spread, it's a simple but effective dip perfect for sweet and savory pairings.

What are the four types of fondue? ›

There are four commonly prepared types of fondue. They are cheese fondue, chocolate fondue, oil fondue (also known as meat fondue), and broth fondue.

What is the best meat for fondue? ›

The best cuts of beef for fondue include top sirloin, ribeye, and tenderloin. Cut or slice the meat according to personal preference. Some prefer to slice steaks into long strips, while others cube the meat into small pieces. Prepare the fondue oil or broth according to the recipe's directions.

What should you not do with fondue? ›

Fondue rules

You must not double dip, and never put your fork directly into your mouth.

What are the rules of fondue? ›

Never lick the fondue pot, no matter how tempting. Never eat directly off the fondue fork. Never forget your food in the pot. Never pour the contents of the pot onto your plate.

What type of cheese is best for fondue? ›

The best all-around cheeses for fondue are fontina, Gruyère, and gouda. If you aren't sure what to pick, use even amounts of these three. Together are lush and complex. For classic Swiss cheese fondue (meaning one like what you would find in Switzerland), a mix of traditional, firm mountain-style cheeses is best.

What is the best oil for fondue? ›

Olive oil, while delicious, is not the best choice for fondue because it has a strong flavour and a relatively low smoke point. Instead, consider using Canola oil, which is inexpensive, has a neutral flavour, and has a high smoke point. You can fondue peanut oil, grapeseed oil, and sunflower seed oil.

Should vegetables be cooked for fondue? ›

Plan on cooking, steaming and blanching veggies and potatoes an hour or so before the party. Don't serve damp veggies. Cheese fondue won't stick to damp veggies, so make sure they're dry before serving. There's nothing sadder than watching fondue slide right off your broccoli and back into the pot.

What kind of bread is good for fondue? ›

A cheese fondue needs some good quality bread. I best like a brown loaf of bread, such as a dunkles St. Gallerbrot, a dunkler Pfünder or a Ruchbrot, while others prefer white bread.

Do you season meat before fondue? ›

Bring the oil to a low simmer in the fondue pot. Season meat with salt and pepper and pierce it with the fondue spears. Carefully place the steak pieces into the fondue pot and cook until browned–about 5-7 minutes. Remove from pot and season again with salt and pepper if desired.

Is fondue better with oil or broth? ›

Oil can be a bit fatty, I would go with broth (at the end of the fondue you'll have a delicious soup!). Mushrooms, zucchini, bell peppers, spring onion are great in fondue.

How long do you leave meat in fondue? ›

Give each guest a fondue fork for dunking the meat in the hot oil. It should take 25-30 secs for rare, 30-35 secs for medium and 45-60 secs for well done.

What are the three types of fondue? ›

There are three main types: cheese fondue, oil or broth fondue and chocolate fondue. Cheese fondue Mixing a variety of cheeses is best when serving a cheese fondue. Before you start, rub a garlic clove inside the pot for added flavor. Shred all cheeses that will be used to create the fondue before melting it.

What is fondue supposed to taste like? ›

Fondue is an absolute classic of Swiss cuisine. The dish achieves a refined taste with few ingredients and can be varied in countless ways. Different cheeses, added flavours such as tomato paste, a little alcohol, and herbs and spices can give the experience an entirely new taste.

Can savoury be sweet? ›

Most people think of shellfish and crustaceans as savoury foods, but I find them very sweet. Crayfish, crab, and scallops are deliciously sweet when fresh and are really complemented by citrus, sea salt and a creamy element to balance their flavour.

Does savory mean sweet or salty? ›

The most basic difference between the two is that sweet food has a dominant taste of sugar or honey, while savoury food is full-flavoured and predominantly salty.

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