Cheese fondue with bread cubes
Cheese fondue is a communal dish from Switzerland where a blend of melted cheeses, like Gruyère and Emmental, is seasoned with wine and kirsch, then served in a communal pot for dipping crusty bread cubes. It's a classic Alpine winter dish that encourages shared dining and conversation.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in fat and protein from the cheese, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the bread. A typical serving provides a good source of calcium and phosphorus, with a calorie count often ranging from 800 to 1000 kcal for a generous portion.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 850 kcal |
| Protein | 45 g |
| Carbs | 35 g |
| Fat | 58 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 900 mg |
| Calcium | 900 mg |
| Phosphorus | 650 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 µg |
| Zinc | 5 mg |
| Selenium | 30 µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.5 mg |
| Potassium | 250 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, fondue is a symbol of Swiss communal dining, with playful rules like dropping your bread costing a 'penalty' (like buying the next round of wine). Nutritionally, the fermentation of the cheese provides beneficial probiotics, and the dish is a dense source of energy, historically valued in cold mountain climates.
