Melty Chilli Cheese & Thyme Fondue Dip Recipe
This Melty Chilli Cheese & Thyme Fondue Dip is a luscious blend of creamy brie, soft cheese, and nutty gruyère with a spicy kick from chilli flakes and a fragrant touch of fresh thyme. Layered over sweet chilli jam and baked to golden perfection, this indulgent dip is perfect for serving warm alongside crusty bread for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: European
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Mixture
- 200g brie, roughly chopped
- 100g soft cheese
- 100g gruyère, rind removed, chopped into small chunks
- 2 tbsp grated parmesan (divided)
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tsp cornflour
- A few thyme sprigs, leaves picked, plus extra for sprinkling
- Pinch of chilli flakes, plus extra for sprinkling
Other Ingredients
- 100g sweet chilli jam
- Crusty bread, to serve
Instructions
- Prepare the cheese mixture: Place the brie, soft cheese, gruyère, half of the grated parmesan, milk, and cornflour into a food processor. Blitz until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. Stir in the fresh thyme leaves and a pinch of chilli flakes evenly throughout the cheese mixture.
- Layer the dip: Spread the sweet chilli jam evenly over the base of a baking dish measuring approximately 15 x 12cm. Spoon the cheese mixture over the jam, smoothing it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining parmesan over the top, then add a little more thyme leaves and chilli flakes as garnish.
- Chill and prepare to bake: If not serving immediately, cover the dish and keep it chilled for up to three days before baking.
- Bake the dip: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan) or gas mark 3. Place the baking dish on a baking tray and bake for 20 minutes, or until the dip is bubbling hot and heated through.
- Grill for finishing touch: Switch your oven to grill on medium-high heat. Grill the dip for an additional 2 to 3 minutes until the top is golden brown and crispy.
- Rest and serve: Remove the dish from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes to set slightly. Serve warm with plenty of crusty bread for dipping and enjoying.
Notes
- The dip can be prepared in advance and refrigerated, making it perfect for entertaining.
- Ensure the cornflour is well incorporated into the cheese to help achieve the creamy consistency.
- You can adjust the amount of chilli flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Try different breads for dipping such as baguette, sourdough, or rye for varied textures and flavors.
- Use fresh thyme for the best aromatic flavor; dried thyme is less robust in this recipe.
Keywords: cheese dip, baked cheese, chilli cheese dip, thyme, fondue, appetizer, party dip, melted cheese dip
