Estimated Nutrition (whole recipe, rough)
Counts 12 of 14 ingredients — the other 2 aren't in our nutrition table and contribute nothing above, so the real totals are higher.
What these numbers assume — 12 portions →
| Ingredient | Portion assumed | kcal |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate | 1 oz (28g) semisweet | 155 |
| Milk | 1 cup (244ml) whole | 149 |
| Cheese | 1 oz (28g) cheddar | 113 |
| Cheddar Cheese | 1 oz (28g) | 113 |
| Gruyere Cheese | 1 oz (28g) cheddar | 113 |
| Swiss Cheese | 1 oz (28g) | 108 |
| Butter | 1 tbsp (14g) | 102 |
| Sugar | 1 tbsp (12.5g) granulated | 49 |
| Nutmeg | 1 tsp ground (2.2g) | 12 |
| Vanilla | 1 tsp extract (4ml) | 12 |
| Almond | 1 almond (1.2g) | 7 |
| Cinnamon | 1 tsp ground (2.6g) | 6 |
| Peppermint | not in our table | 0 |
| Brandy | not in our table | 0 |
Totals for the whole recipe, adding one typical portion per ingredient — listed above. Quantities in the recipe are not counted, so this is a rough guide only — not suitable for medical or dietary planning.
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons cocoa
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1/3 cup shredded American cheese or swiss cheese or cheddar cheese or gruyere
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1/4 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup milk, as needed
- 1 tablespoon brandy
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Directions
In a saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
Gradually add cocoa and sugar, and blend thoroughly to make a smooth sauce.
Add cheese, and blend well.
Stir in cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla, peppermint, and almond extract.
Gradually add milk until fondue is of desired consistency.
Add brandy (do NOT stir); immediately ignite brandy.
Serve over ice cream, or use as a dip.