Best 2 Beer And Cheese Fondue Recipes

Beer and cheese fondue is a delightful appetizer or main course for any occasion. This classic dish is a favorite among fondue lovers, offering a creamy, flavorful combination of beer, cheese, and seasonings. With just a few ingredients and simple steps, you can easily create a delicious beer and cheese fondue that will impress your friends and family. From choosing the right cheese and beer to adding your favorite herbs and spices, this article will guide you through the process of making the perfect beer and cheese fondue. So gather your ingredients, warm up your fondue pot, and let's get started!

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

CHEESE FONDUE WITH BEER AND BOURBON

Cheese Fondue With Beer and Bourbon image

Ah, Babybel cheese, the fancy French chef's secret weapon for fondue-it keeps the molten mixture from separating, and its unassuming flavor lets the Gruyère shine.

Provided by Ludo Lefebvre

Categories Bon Appétit Dip Appetizer Cheese Swiss Cheese Vegetarian Bourbon Garlic Beer White Wine Wine

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

2 garlic cloves, halved lengthwise
1/2 cup Belgian beer (such as Duvel)
2 cups dry white wine, divided
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 pound Gruyère, coarsely grated
1 pound Babybel cheese, grated
2 tablespoons bourbon or brandy
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Kosher salt
4 cups (1-inch pieces) country-style bread, preferably day-old
Assorted ham and salumi, pickles, and crudités (for serving)

Steps:

Rub inside of a large saucepan with cut sides of garlic. Finely grate garlic into saucepan; add beer and 1 1/2 cups wine and bring to a boil over medium heat. Whisk cornstarch and remaining 1/2 cup wine in a small bowl until no lumps remain, then whisk into liquid in saucepan. Bring to a boil, whisking constantly, then reduce heat so mixture is at a very low simmer and very gradually add Gruyère and Babybel, whisking until smooth (fully incorporate each batch of cheese before adding more).
Whisk bourbon and baking soda in a small bowl to combine, then whisk into fondue, followed by lemon juice; season with salt. Transfer to a fondue pot and serve with bread, ham, salumi, pickles, and crudités for dipping.

SMOKED CHEESE AND BEER FONDUE WITH BEER-SIMMERED BRATWURST, GRILLED BACON, MUSHROOMS AND RYE BREAD

Smoked Cheese and Beer Fondue with Beer-Simmered Bratwurst, Grilled Bacon, Mushrooms and Rye Bread image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Time 1h35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

Ingredients

10 ounces sharp white Cheddar, shredded (about 2 1/2 cups)
6 ounces Gruyere, shredded (about 2 cups)
2 ounces smoked Gruyere or Swiss, shredded
Scant tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup strained cooking liquid from Beer-Simmered Bratwursts, recipe follows
2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard, plus more for serving
A few drops hot sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 pound slab bacon, rind removed, sliced about 1-inch thick
1 pound cremini mushrooms, caps only
1/3 tablespoon canola oil
Six to eight 2-inch-thick slices high-quality German rye bread
Beer-Simmered Bratwurst, recipe follows
Sweet and hot German mustards, for serving
Sweet and hot German mustards, for serving
6 cups German light ale
1 tablespoon caraway seeds
1 tablespoon coriander seeds
1 tablespoon mustard seeds
3 large onions, unpeeled, roughly chopped
2 whole cloves garlic, smashed
One 3-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
3 pounds precooked bratwurst, pricked with a fork
2 tablespoons canola oil

Steps:

Preheat a grill for direct grilling. If using charcoal, arrange it so that you have areas of medium-high and low to medium-low heat.
Combine the cheeses in a large bowl and toss with the cornstarch. Bring the brat cooking liquid to a simmer in a medium saucepan over the higher heat. Add the cheese, a few handfuls at a time, and stir in a figure eight motion with a wooden spoon until smooth. Whisk in the 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard and hot sauce and season with salt and pepper if needed. Transfer to a fondue pot and keep warm.
Place a drip pan under the lower heat side of the grill and put the bacon on the grill. Cook until nicely charred on both sides and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter or cutting board.
Toss the mushroom caps with some of the canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Transfer the mushroom caps to a grill basket and cook over the higher heat side, tossing occasionally, until cooked through, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a serving bowl.
Brush the rye bread on both sides with canola oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the bread over the higher heat side until toasted and slightly charred, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer to a platter or cutting board.
Cut the bacon, rye bread and Beer-Simmered Bratwurst into chunks. Serve alongside the fondue with the mushrooms and the mustards.
Preheat the grill for direct grilling, high heat.
Combine the beer, caraway, coriander, mustard seeds, onions, garlic and ginger in a large stockpot. Then, add the bratwurst. Place the pot on the grates of the grill and bring to a simmer. Simmer the sausages until half-cooked, about 5 minutes. Remove the pan from the grill and let the bratwurst sit in the liquid for 30 minutes. Transfer the brats to a platter or cutting board and strain the liquid into a bowl, discard the solids. Reserve the liquid for the fondue.
Brush the sausages with canola oil and grill until the casings are crisp and golden brown and the sausages are cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes per side. Keep warm until serving.

Tips:

Use a good quality cheese that melts well, such as Gruyère, Emmental, or Gouda.
Grate the cheese finely so that it melts smoothly.
Use a dry white wine, such as Chardonnay or Sauvignon Blanc.
Add a little cornstarch or flour to the cheese mixture to help it thicken.
Keep the fondue warm over a low flame or in a fondue pot.
Serve the fondue with bread, vegetables, or fruit for dipping.

Conclusion:

Beer and cheese fondue is a delicious and easy appetizer that is perfect for parties or gatherings. It is also a great way to use up leftover beer. With its creamy, cheesy texture and rich flavor, beer and cheese fondue is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive appetizer, give beer and cheese fondue a try.