Calories in Cheese Fondue
Cheese fondue is a convivial dish where bread is dipped into a blend of cheeses melted with white wine. A complete meal represents 900 to 1200 kcal per person. It is one of the most caloric dishes in French gastronomy.
Nutrition table
| Nutrient | 100g |
|---|---|
| Energy | 320 kcal |
| Protein | 20.0 g |
| Carbs | 3.0 g |
| Sugar | 1.0 g |
| Fat | 26.0 g |
| Saturated fat | 16.0 g |
| Fiber | 0.0 g |
| Salt | 1.50 g |
* Values may vary depending on preparation and product origin.
Variations
Calories by preparation method
| Preparation type | Calories | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Classic Savoyard fondue | 1000 kcal | Comté, beaufort, emmental blend + bread |
| Moitié-moitié fondue | 950 kcal | Gruyère and vacherin blend (Swiss) |
| Champagne fondue | 1050 kcal | With champagne instead of white wine |
| Light fondue | 700 kcal | Less cheese, more bread and vegetables |
Diet tips
Fondue should be avoided during strict dieting. If you have it, limit bread, add raw vegetables for dipping (carrots, cauliflower), and drink tea rather than wine. Plan very light meals around it.
About Cheese Fondue
Fondue is a traditional Alpine dish, shared between France (Savoie) and Switzerland. Cheese is melted in a caquelon pot with white wine and garlic. Tradition holds that whoever loses their bread in the pot must buy a round of drinks or kiss their neighbor.
Detailed Nutritional Values
Fondue is very rich in fat (26g/100g) and protein (20g/100g). Calcium is abundant but so is salt. It is a traditional high-energy dish of mountain people.
Tips for a Balanced Meal
To enjoy fondue without too much damage:
- Limit cheese to 150g per person
- Add raw vegetables for dipping
- Reduce bread quantity
- Drink water or tea rather than wine
- Walk or ski a lot the next day