How to Make Homemade Beer Cheese Fondue

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How to make homemade beer cheese fondue in a cast iron skillet

What could go over better at a Super Bowl party than beer cheese fondue? It is rich and filling, and oh so good. The secret to the flavor in this recipe is Gruyère cheese: an aged cheese with strong flavor (because what is the point of cheese if it has no taste?!) Scroll down to learn how to make this homemade beer cheese dip in a skillet.

Ingredients for how to make homemade beer cheese fondue

Beer Cheese Fondue with Gruyère Ingredients

  • Dark ale beer 
  • Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • Cornstarch
  • Bavarian or Dijon mustard
  • Red pepper flakes and sea salt to taste

How to Make Beer Cheese Fondue

Bring the beer to boil over medium-high heat in a skillet or heavy saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low so beer is gently simmering. 

Toss the shredded cheese with cornstarch in a medium bowl. Add the cheese mixture to the beer one handful at a time, stirring until completely melted before adding more.

Stir in mustard, salt, and red pepper. Serve immediately. The dip can be refrigerated for 2 days and rewarmed over medium low heat until remelted.


Freshly shredded cheese before making homemade beer cheese fondue

Shred 1 lb Gruyère cheese and set aside in a medium sized bowl.  

Add dark ale to cast iron skillet

Add 1 bottle of dark beer to a skillet or heavy saucepan.

Boil the beer before blending in cheese

Bring to a boil over medium high heat then reduce to a simmer.

Mix freshly shredded cheese with cornstarch

Toss 1 tablespoon cornstarch with shredded cheese.

Blend cheese mixture into hot beer in skillet

Mix cheese into beer one spoonful at a time, stirring each batch of cheese until melted before adding the next spoonful. Add seasonings and serve immediately with fresh bread, pretzels, or veggies. 

How to make homemade beer cheese fondue

Frequently Asked Questions about Homemade Beer Cheese

What kind of beer should I use in the fondue?

Some people prefer using a lager for its milder taste, while others opt for a darker beer to add depth to the fondue. It ultimately depends on personal preference and the desired flavor intensity. I recommend making it with a dark ale.

Can I substitute Gruyère cheese with other types of cheese?

While substitutions are possible, they may alter the taste and texture of the fondue. You could experiment with mixing Gruyère with other cheeses like Emmental or Fontina for a similar flavor profile. You could also try Appenzeller or Ratlette cheeses.

What are the best dippers for beer cheese fondue?

I’d recommend eating beer cheese fondue with fresh bread slices or soft salted pretzels. You could also serve it with lightly steamed broccoli, cauliflower, apple slices, or small pieces of cooked spicy sausage.

Yield: 6-8

Homemade Beer Cheese Fondue

Homemade Beer Cheese Fondue

What could go over better at a party than beer cheese?! It is rich and filling, and great with prezels,.The secret to the flavor in this recipe is Gruyère cheese: an aged cheese with strong flavor (because what is the point of cheese if it has no taste?!) 

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle of dark ale beer
  • 1 lb Gruyère cheese, shredded
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 2 tsp Bavarian or Dijon mustard
  • A few pinches of red pepper flakes and sea salt to taste

Instructions

    Bring the beer to boil over medium-high heat in a skillet or heavy saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low so beer is gently simmering. 

Toss the shredded cheese with cornstarch in a medium bowl. Add the cheese mixture to the beer one handful at a time, stirring until completely melted before adding more.

Stir in mustard, salt, and red pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

The dip can be refrigerated for 2 days and rewarmed over medium low heat until remelted.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

8

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 253Total Fat: 19gSaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 479mgCarbohydrates: 4gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 13g

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