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Incredibly Simple Microwave Cheese Fondue – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Incredibly Simple Microwave Cheese Fondue

An incredibly simple Microwave Cheese Fondue made with apple juice instead of wine. This family-friendly, creamy dip comes together in minutes for an effortless and cozy comfort food experience.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 11 minutes
Servings: 6 serving
Calories: 297
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 clove garlic
  • 4 cups (450 g / 15.9 oz) Swiss cheese, freshly grated
  • 2 teaspoons (6 g / 0.21 oz) cornstarch
  • ¼ teaspoon (0.5 g / 0.02 oz) ground nutmeg, or to taste
  • 1 cup (240 ml) apple juice
  • For Dipping
  • About 20 breadsticks, cubed crusty bread, apple slices, or blanched vegetables
  • For the smoothest fondue, buy a block of Swiss cheese and grate it yourself. Pre-shredded cheeses often contain anti-caking agents that can result in a grainy texture.
  • Avoid overheating the cheese. The short, 30-second bursts at the end are crucial for preventing the fondue from becoming oily or separating.
  • Get creative with your dippers! Beyond bread, try blanched broccoli florets, roasted baby potatoes, crisp apple slices, or soft pretzel bites.
  • If your fondue thickens too much as it cools, stir in a splash of warm apple juice to loosen it back to the perfect dipping consistency.

Method
 

  1. Cut the garlic clove in half and rub the cut sides all over the inside of a 2-quart microwave-safe casserole dish.
  2. In the prepared dish, add the grated Swiss cheese.
  3. Sprinkle the cornstarch and nutmeg over the cheese and toss to coat everything evenly.
  4. Pour in the apple juice and stir until everything is thoroughly combined.
  5. Microwave on high for 3 minutes. Carefully remove the dish (it will be hot!) and stir well.
  6. Return the dish to the microwave and continue to cook on high in 30-second intervals, stirring well after each interval, until the cheese is completely melted and smooth. This should take about 3 more minutes.
  7. Serve immediately in a warmed fondue pot or directly from the casserole dish with breadsticks and other dippers.

Nutrition

Calories: 297kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 19gFat: 20g

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