DIY: Awesome Alcoholic Fondue Recipes

While it may be difficult for many to pick what makes a fondue so special, we love it because of the fact that alcohol, is the key element. Of course, we aren’t saying we don’t love the gooey, melting cheese but what is fondue without alcohol, right? Just curdled cheese really. If only you could make some fondue at home by yourself. Don’t worry, we have some awesome DIY alcoholic fondue recipes so you can make this dish at home anytime you crave it.

Before we go ahead, let’s keep some of these starter tips in mind:

• You will need a fondue pot or a double boiler to start the process.
• Don’t forget to rub the insides of the vessel with half a garlic to add a slight flavor to the cheese.
• Ensure the cheese is shredded and mixed in a bit of cornstarch to simplify the melting process.

5 Awesome Alcoholic Fondue Recipes

1. The Classic Fondue
2. Herbalicious Wine Fondue
3. Cheesy Beer Fondue
4. Cheesy Tequila Fondue
5. Drunk Chocolate Fondue

1. The Classic Fondue

Let’s start with the classic fondue, the epitome of all fondues. This traditional yet delicious fondue mainly features cheeses like Gruyère and Emmental paired with an edge of cherry brandy. So with every bite, you can relish the cheese taking over your mouth. If you want to get the best of this fondue, enjoy it with your preferred dippers – bread chunks or veggies!

Ingredients

• 4 oz of Gruyère cheese 
• 4 oz of Emmental cheese 
• 1 oz of cherry brandy (1 ounce)
• 8 oz of dry white wine or dry champagne (8 ounces)
• 1 tbsp of cornstarch 
• Salt & Pepper, as per taste
• Pinch of nutmeg (optional)

How To Make The Classic Fondue

1. Make a slurry by mixing cornstarch and cherry brandy.
2. In a pot, pour the wine and bring it to a simmer.
3. To this, add the slurry and stir.
4. Add the cheese and let it melt before adding more.
5. Season with salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

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2. Herbalicious Wine Fondue

How about a herby variation to your normal fondue? Imagine the flavors of fresh herbs hitting your palate with each bite you take. These herbs help to add an edge to the otherwise cheesy flavor of fondue.

Ingredients

• 6 oz of cheddar cheese
• 4 oz of Fontina cheese
• 6 oz of Monterey Jack cheese
• 2 tbsp of all-purpose flour
• 8 oz of dry white wine
• 1 tsp of fresh thyme
• 3/4 tsp of rosemary

How To Make Herbalicious Wine Fondue

1. In a bowl, combine all the cheeses and flour and keep aside.
2. Bring the wine to a simmer in your fondue pot.
3. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cheese mixture (½ cup at a time).
4. Throw in the herbs and serve.

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3. Cheesy Beer Fondue

Thoughts on beer and cheese as a pair? If you’re rooting for this pair-up then this next fondue version is all yours. As the name suggests, this fondue version will hero cheese and beer, giving you the best of both worlds. The only thing to remember is to use a beer that’s light on hops, so the bitterness doesn’t overpower the cheese flavor.

Ingredients

• 16 oz of cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp of all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 tsp of ground mustard
• 6 oz of beer
• 2 tsp of chili sauce
• A dash of pepper

How To Make Cheesy Beer Fondue

1. Mix the cheese, mustard, flour, and pepper in a bowl.
2. In a fondue pot, combine the chili sauce and beer together and bring them to a simmer.
3. Add in the cheese mixture and stir consistently to keep it lump-free.
4. Top it off with pepper or chili sauce for extra flavor.

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4. Cheesy Tequila Fondue

If you’re not a beer lover, here’s another version of fondue – cheesy tequila fondue. That’s right, these versions of fondue only keep getting better. With each bite of this fondue, you can enjoy the graceful dance of cheese and tequila in your mouth. Tempting isn’t it? Here’s how to make it.

Ingredients

• Half a garlic clove
• Spring Onion
• 6 oz of dry white wine
• 8 oz of cheddar cheese
• 6 oz of goat cheese 
• 0.6 oz of tequila
• 1/2 tbsp of corn starch
• 1 1/2 red chili peppers
• Fresh cilantro (to garnish)

How To Make Cheesy Tequila Fondue

1. In a fondue pot add chopped peppers, spring onions, and garlic and sautè for a minute on low heat.
2. To this add the wine and bring to a simmer.
3. Now add the cheese and slowly bring it to a boil and reduce the heat.
4. Mix tequila and cornstarch, add the slurry to the fondue pot and stir.
5. Once it’s blended and creamy, it’s ready to be served.

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5. Dark Chocolate Fondue

If you’re not a big fan of cheese, don’t worry, we still have a fondue version awaiting you. This dark chocolate fondue is the perfect match for you if you’re a die-hard fan of chocolate or anything sweet. Trust us, the pre-existing image of fondue in your mind is definitely going for an absolute makeover with this dark chocolate version.

Ingredients

• 16 oz of whipping cream
• 8 oz of bittersweet chocolate chips
• 6 oz of semisweet chocolate chips 
• 0.5 oz of brandy or liqueur of your choice
• 1 tbsp of vanilla extract 
• 1/2 tsp of kosher salt

How To Make Dark Chocolate Fondue

1. In a pan, mix cream, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat and bring to a simmer.
2. Take it off the heat and add chocolate chips and brandy to it.
3. Keep stirring the mixture till it’s completely melted.
4. Enjoy with pieces of bread, cake, or fruits as dippers.

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Summing Up

Now that you’ve gone through these different alcoholic fondue recipes, the picture of fondue is no more the same for you. Is it? Go on and give each of these recipes a try so you get to know the flavors at their best. Let the party begin!

FAQs

What Alcohol Is Best For Fondue?

Alcohol forms to be a crucial part of fondue and adds a unique flavor to it. Some of the commonly used alcohols in fondue are wine, champagne, and brandy.

What Does Alcohol Do In Fondue?

Alcohol helps to prevent curdling by lowering the boiling point of the cheese.

What Can You Use In Fondue Instead Of Wine?

If you don’t wish to add wine to your fondue, then you can use chicken broth and lemon juice as its substitute.

Does The Alcohol Cook Off In Fondue?

When you prepare fondue, you are only supposed to bring the alcohol to a simmer. So, you actually end up retaining some of the alcohol unless you boil it off.