Hot Ham Chile and Cheese Fondue

Dive into indulgent comfort with this Hot Ham Chile and Cheese Fondue, a creamy, savory blend of melted cheddar and pepper jack cheeses infused with smoky diced ham, zesty green chiles, and a hint of Dijon mustard. Perfectly thickened with a butter and garlic roux, this luscious fondue delivers an irresistible balance of bold flavors, spiced with paprika and black pepper for a subtle kick. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing appetizer can be served with an assortment of dippers like crusty bread, soft pretzels, and crisp veggies for a party-ready centerpiece. Whether it’s game day, a cozy night in, or your next gathering, this cheese fondue is guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups milk
• 0.5 cups heavy cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup diced ham
• 0.5 cup green chiles, diced (canned or fresh)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Step 3

Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, to form a light roux.

Step 4

Gradually add the milk and heavy cream, whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and slowly stir in the shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, one handful at a time, until melted and smooth.

Step 6

Stir in the diced ham, green chiles, Dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Cook for 2-3 minutes to warm the mixture through and meld the flavors.

Step 8

Transfer the fondue to a warmed fondue pot or small slow cooker to keep it heated during serving.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your choice of dippers: crusty bread cubes, soft pretzels, fresh vegetables, or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2371.6

Total Fat 185.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 644.9mg	0%
Sodium 5833.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.9g
Protein 120.2g	0%

Vitamin D 233.0IU	0%
Calcium 2902.7mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 1660.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 70.5%

Protein: 20.3%

Carbs: 9.2%