Best 3 Whiskey Cheese Fondue Recipes

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Whiskey cheese fondue is a creamy, flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. It can be served as an appetizer, main course, or even dessert. Fondue is easy to make, and it's a great way to use up leftover cheese. Whiskey adds a smoky, slightly sweet flavor to the fondue, and it helps to balance out the sharpness of the cheese.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

WHISKEY-CHEESE FONDUE



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Make and share this Whiskey-Cheese Fondue recipe from Food.com.

Provided by KathyP53

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 lb extra-sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 lb monterey jack cheese, shredded
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 garlic cloves, halved
1 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons whiskey
salt
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a bowl, toss, cheddar and Jack cheeses with the cornstarch. Rub the garlic cloves on the inside or a saucepan, then discard.
  • Add the wine to the saucepan and bring to a simmer. Add the cheese mixture in 4 batches, whisking constantly over moderate heat and letting it melt completely between additions.
  • Add the whiskey and stir just until the fondue begins to bubble, 3 minutesa. Season with salt and pepper, serve hot.

CLASSIC CHEESE FONDUE



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This traditional Swiss fondue - the sort you might have encountered in an Alpine ski lodge circa 1972 - calls for an equal amount of Gruyère cheese, for its depth of flavor, and Emmenthaler, for its supple texture; a shot of kirsch, for its cherry aroma and alcoholic oomph; and a little garlic, for bite. It takes all of 15 minutes, and will emerge as magnificently creamy, smooth and velvety as custard, but with a funky, deep flavor that dazzlingly enriches anything you dunk in the pot: bread cubes, apple slices, clementine sections, nuggets of salami, pretzels, tofu. It is even marvelous spooned onto a romaine lettuce salad in place of dressing.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dips and spreads, appetizer, main course

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 small garlic clove, halved
1 cup dry white wine
3/4 pound Gruyère cheese, grated
3/4 pound Emmenthaler, raclette or Appenzeller cheese, grated
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 to 2 tablespoons kirsch (optional)
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Freshly grated nutmeg, to taste (optional)
Crusty bread cubes; steamed broccoli or cauliflower; carrot, celery or fennel sticks; cubed apple; seedless grapes; clementine sections; cubed salami, soppressata or kielbasa; roasted chestnuts and/or dried apricots, for serving.

Steps:

  • Rub cut side of garlic on inside of large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed saucepan, preferably cast iron, rubbing the bottom and halfway up the sides. Add wine and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, toss cheeses with cornstarch. Add a handful at a time to simmering wine, stirring until first handful melts before adding next. Reduce heat to medium and stir constantly until cheese is completely melted. Add kirsch, if using, and heat until bubbling, about 1 to 2 minutes. Season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, if desired. Serve with crusty bread and other accompaniments. (See variations below)

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 495, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 32 grams, SaturatedFat 22 grams, Sodium 861 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

CHEDDAR WHISKEY FONDUE



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From about.com. We add cayenne to ours. It really works best if you have an actual fondue pot! :) Don't skip the extra sharp cheddar. It will have a blander flavor without it!

Provided by SarahBeth

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 1 fondue, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup minced sweet onion
1 tablespoon butter
1 cup milk
1 lb grated extra-sharp cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup whiskey
cubes of rye and onion bread for dippers

Steps:

  • In a heavy saucepan, gently saute the onions in the butter until soft and translucent. Add milk and bring to a simmer. Stir in cheddar cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Whisk together cornstarch and whiskey until smooth. While constantly stirring, slowly pour whiskey mixture into cheese mixture and continue to cook until thickened.
  • Pour cheddar whiskey fondue into a fondue pot or heat-proof bowl. Serve with rye or onion bread cubes as dippers.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality cheese. The better the cheese, the better the fondue will be. Look for a cheese that is smooth and creamy, with a strong flavor.
  • Grate the cheese finely. This will help it melt smoothly and evenly.
  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot. This will help to prevent the fondue from burning.
  • Cook the fondue over low heat. This will help to prevent it from curdling.
  • Stir the fondue constantly. This will help to prevent it from sticking to the pot.
  • Serve the fondue with a variety of dipping options. Some popular choices include bread, vegetables, and fruit.
  • Keep the fondue warm. You can do this by placing a tea light under the pot.

Conclusion:

Whiskey cheese fondue is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer or main course. It is perfect for parties or gatherings, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a fun and festive dish to serve, give whiskey cheese fondue a try.

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