Three Fondue Recipes From The Melting Pot (2024)

Looking for a fun and easy meal idea for your next weekend getaway to the cabin? Fondue pairs perfectly with relaxing and bonding with family and friends. The unique experience brings people together, making it ideal for entertaining. From the funny-looking forks to the course dedicated entirely to melted cheese, food becomes a conversation starter when you add a fondue pot into the mix.

Fondue offers a truly special and interactive menu option that will encourage you to slow down and create memorable moments with guests at your next cabin get-together.

Plan your cabin fondue party with the following recipes provided by Chef Shane Schaibly, corporate chef of Front Burner Brands, the restaurant management company for The Melting Pot, a fondue restaurant franchise with more than 135 locations in North America. Scroll all the way down to get an organized shopping list. Then click here for Schaibly's tips on hosting a fondue party.

Tip: Keep cheese and dessert fondues warm at a low temperature, about 120°F.

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Traditional Swiss Fondue

Makes 4–6 servings.

3½ cups (14 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup white wine
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1 ounce cherry-flavored liqueur (Kirschwasser is recommended)
½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Dash of grated nutmeg

1.

Toss the cheese with the flour in a bowl.
2.
Place a metal bowl over a saucepan filled with 2 inches of water. You may also use a conventional double boiler. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
3.
Reduce heat to medium and pour the wine into the bowl. Stir in the lemon juice and garlic using a fork. Cook for 30 seconds stirring constantly.
4.
Add half of the cheese, and continue to stir until the cheese is melted. Add the remaining cheese, a small amount at a time, stirring constantly.
5.
Pour the liqueur slowly around the edge of the bowl. Pull the cheese mixture away from the edge of the bowl and cook for about 1 minute or until the alcohol cooks off. Stir the liqueur into the cheese.
6.
Stir the pepper in gently.
7.
Pour mixture into a warm fondue pot and keep warm over low heat. Garnish with a dash of nutmeg.

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Bourbon Bacon Cheddar Fondue

Makes 4–6 servings.

2¾ cups (11 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup beer (light beer is recommended)
4 teaspoons prepared horseradish
4 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon bourbon
2 tablespoons chopped cooked bacon
2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
4 teaspoons chopped scallions

1. Toss the cheese with the flour in a bowl.
2. Place a metal bowl over a saucepan filled with 2 inches of water. You may also use a conventional double boiler. Bring the water to a boil over high heat.
3. Reduce heat to medium and pour the beer into the bowl. Stir in the horseradish, mustard and Worcestershire sauce using a fork. Cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly.
4. Add half the cheese and cook until the cheese is melted, stirring constantly. Add the remaining cheese, a small amount at a time, stirring constantly in a circular motion after each addition until the cheese is melted.
5. Pour the bourbon slowly around the edge of the bowl. Pull the cheese mixture away from the edge of the bowl and cook for about 30 seconds or until the alcohol cooks off. Stir the bourbon into the cheese.
6. Fold in the bacon and pepper.
7. Pour mixture into a warm fondue pot and keep warm over low heat. Garnish with scallions.

Flaming Turtle Chocolate Fondue

Makes 4–6 servings.

12 ounces finely chopped milk chocolate
2 tablespoons heavy cream
¼ cup caramel ice cream topping
1 tablespoon 151-proof rum
3 tablespoons chopped pecans

1. Combine chocolate and cream in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water. Heat until the chocolate is melted, stirring constantly, or combine the chocolate and cream in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave until melted, stirring every 30–45 seconds. Be careful not to let the chocolate burn.
2. Pour mixture into a warm fondue pot.
3. Pour the caramel into the center of the chocolate mixture. Do not stir.
4. Add the rum to the pot and ignite carefully, using a long wooden match or lighter. Allow the flame to burn out and stir mixture gently to combine.
5. Sprinkle in the pecans, and keep fondue warm over low heat.

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SHOPPING LIST

To make these three fondue recipes, make sure to take these ingredients to the cabin, plus whatever you’d like to dip in the fondue!

Produce
Lemon
Garlic
Horseradish
Scallions

Meat
Bacon

Dairy
14 ounces shredded Swiss cheese
11 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
Heavy cream

Dry goods
All-purpose flour
Ground pepper
Grated nutmeg
Dry mustard
Worcestershire sauce
12 ounces milk chocolate
Caramel ice cream topping
Chopped pecans

Liquor
1 bottle white wine
1 can light beer
Cherry-flavored liqueur (Kirschwasser recommended)
Bourbon 151 rum


Three Fondue Recipes From The Melting Pot (2024)

FAQs

What do you dip in fondue at the melting pot? ›

Each cheese fondue comes with artisan breads and seasonal vegetables for dipping. Crisp romaine, bacon, shredded Parmesan, croutons, peppercorn ranch and Parmesan pine nuts.

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 are the best things to fondue? ›

A French baguette, breadsticks, sourdough and pretzles work well with the flavors of melted cheese. Cured meats: If you want some extra protein, cured meats like salami, prosciutto, soppressata and chorizo are great options for fondue. The cheese can balance some of the spice from chorizo or soppressata.

What type of cheese does melting pot use? ›

Melting Pot introduces its fresh fondue in two delicious varieties. The Classic Alpine Fondue is a premium blend of fresh aged Gruyère, Raclette, & Fontina cheese, frozen fresh and imported. Smooth and creamy perfection with flavor that compliments any of your favorite dippers.

What should you not do with fondue? ›

Fondue rules

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

What's the best cheese to use 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.

Is oil or broth better for fondue? ›

When making fondue, the first thing to consider is what type of ingredients you want to use; if you are a vegetarian, you may prefer the oil. The oil is also a healthier option because it contains no fat or calories. However, if you like meat and cheese, the broth is better because it has more flavors.

What are the 4 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.

Do you eat fondue off the fork? ›

Never eat directly off the fondue fork. Never forget your food in the pot. Never pour the contents of the pot onto your plate. Never cut in line when it's not your turn to dip.

What is the best meat for fondue? ›

The best cut of beef for fondue

Now isn't the time to go for budget steak, so indulging in higher-price, higher-quality meat cuts such as sirloin, tenderloin, and even filet mignon is the way to go. These cuts are all tender, rich in flavor, and all but guaranteed to stay juicy after cooking.

What vegetables are good for fondue? ›

Blanched vegetables: broccoli, asparagus, green beans, snow peas, or snap peas. Blanch in a pot of lightly salted boiling water for a minute or two to soften them up just a bit. Drain them well before putting them out on a serving tray.

What oil does melting pot use? ›

Our canola oil is cholesterol free and contains 0g of trans fat. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice, but calorie needs vary.

What is the cheese at the bottom of the fondue pot called? ›

Religieuse / Grossmutter

If the heat is on too high or if you don't eat the cheese fondue quickly enough, a thin layer may start to cook on the bottom of the pot. This hardened cheese crust carries the name of la religieuse (the nun) in French-speaking Switzerland.

What are the 3 melting categories of cheese? ›

Real cheeses when heated fall into three categories: flowing, stringy and impervious (or nearly so) to melting.

What are the best things to dip in chocolate fondue? ›

Fruit: Strawberries, bananas, oranges, kiwi, pineapple, raspberries, blueberries, apple slices, cherries, grapes, and dried fruit like apricots. Pastries: Waffles, pancakes, churros, doughnuts, croissants, and marshmallows. Biscuits and Cookies: Shortbread, digestives, gingerbread, and ladyfingers.

What sauces does melting pot have? ›

Fondue Entrée Sauces
  • Green Goddess. (51 cal per serving) Cream cheese, sour cream, onions, chives and parsley. ...
  • Gorgonzola Port. (80 cal per serving) Rich and robust cheese sauce. ...
  • Teriyaki Glaze. (21 cal per serving) ...
  • Yogurt Curry. (81 cal per serving) ...
  • Ginger Plum. (33 cal per serving) ...
  • Garlic Dijon Butter. (112 cal per serving)

What is traditionally served with fondue? ›

Bread, Crackers, and Chips

Bread is the most popular dipper for cheese fondue. There are many excellent options to choose from. French bread, breadsticks, and croutons are always favorites, but also consider multigrain bread, rye, sourdough, pumpernickel, and even bagels.

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