Oven Cheese Fondue is a warm, savory casserole-style dish that combines the richness of eggs, cheese, and milk with cubes of bread and aromatic seasonings. Unlike traditional fondue that’s made stovetop and served with skewers, this version bakes in the oven, creating a custardy, cheesy center with a lightly golden top. It’s a comfort-food classic, ideal for brunches, potlucks, or chilly evenings. The combination of parsley, mustard, and onion adds layers of flavor while the cheese melts into a creamy base that soaks into the bread.
Ingredients
- 10 slices white bread (or 6–7 slices if using whole wheat or yeast bread)
- 6 eggs
- 3 cups milk
- 2 tbsp snipped parsley
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cups shredded cheese
- 3 tbsp chopped onion
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Oven
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C).
Step 2: Prepare Bread
- Remove crusts from bread.
- Cut bread into cubes.
Step 3: Mix Custard Base
- In a large bowl, beat eggs, milk, parsley, mustard, and salt until well combined.
Step 4: Combine Ingredients
- Stir in bread cubes, shredded cheese, and chopped onion.
Step 5: Bake
- Pour the mixture into an ungreased baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for about 45 minutes or until the center is set.
Step 6: Serve
- Serve immediately while warm and cheesy.
Tips
- Substitute part of the milk with half-and-half for a creamier result.
- Use sourdough or rye bread for a heartier texture and deeper flavor.
- Try a cheese blend like Swiss, Gruyère, and sharp cheddar for more complex taste.
- Add chopped cooked bacon or ham for a meaty twist.
- Garnish with additional chopped parsley or chives before serving.
- Prepare the night before and refrigerate; bake in the morning for easy brunch.
Nutrition
Calories: 430kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.5gCholesterol: 245mgSodium: 720mgPotassium: 310mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 820IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 420mgIron: 2.3mg
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