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Copycat Olive Garden Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta

15-Minute Copycat Olive Garden Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta Heaven

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A creamy, cheesy appetizer inspired by Olive Garden’s famous Smoked Mozzarella Fonduta. Perfect for dipping bread or vegetables.

  • Total Time: 15 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup smoked mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup fontina cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white wine (optional)
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in flour to make a roux and cook for 1 minute.
  4. Slowly whisk in heavy cream until smooth.
  5. Add white wine (if using) and continue whisking.
  6. Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in shredded cheeses until fully melted.
  7. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  8. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley.
  9. Serve warm with bread or vegetables for dipping.

Notes

  • For a smokier flavor, use more smoked mozzarella.
  • If the fonduta thickens too much, thin it with a little extra cream.
  • Substitute fontina with provolone if unavailable.
  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 280
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 14g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 5g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg