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Bavarian Sausage & Beer Fondue with Soft Pretzel Bites — chef-tested restaurant-quality photo

Bavarian Sausage & Beer Fondue with Soft Pretzel Bites


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  • Author: Chef Crenn
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Description

Enjoy the rich flavors of Bavarian sausage paired with a creamy beer fondue, served with warm, soft pretzel bites. Perfect for parties or game day!


Ingredients

– 1 lb Bavarian sausages, sliced into bite-sized pieces

– 1 cup beer (lager or wheat beer recommended)

– 2 cups shredded Gruyere cheese

– 1 cup shredded Emmental cheese

– 1 tbsp cornstarch

– 1 clove garlic, minced

– 1 tsp Dijon mustard

– Salt and pepper to taste

– 1 batch of soft pretzel bites, for dipping


Instructions

1.

2. Preheat your fondue pot or a heavy saucepan over medium heat.

3. In a small bowl, toss the shredded cheeses with cornstarch and set aside.

4. Add the minced garlic to the pot and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

5. Pour in the beer, and bring to a gentle simmer.

6. Reduce the heat to low and gradually stir in the cheese mixture, a handful at a time, until melted and smooth.

7. Stir in the Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.

8. Add the sliced Bavarian sausages to the pot and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.

9. Serve immediately with soft pretzel bites for dipping.

10.

Notes

 

– Feel free to use other types of cheese, like cheddar or mozzarella, for different flavor profiles.

– The fondue can be kept warm over low heat while serving, just stir occasionally.

– If you don’t have a fondue pot, a slow cooker can also work well.

 

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: 🥨 Appetizers, Snacks & Party Bites
  • Method: Fondue
  • Cuisine: German

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 450 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 1100mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg