Emile Henry Fondue Set

Yes, the ceramic construction is designed to handle direct heat. You can melt your cheese on the stovetop or in the oven before transferring the pot to the table for serving.

This set is designed to be used with a tea light candle, which provides the gentle, consistent heat needed to keep cheese at the perfect dipping consistency without scorching it.

While specifically engineered for cheese, the ceramic material works well for chocolate fondue too. Just be mindful that chocolate requires lower heat, so you may want to extinguish the tea light sooner than you would for cheese.

The ceramic material is quite forgiving. Because it is dishwasher safe, you can simply place it in the machine after use, or soak it in warm, soapy water to easily lift any remaining cheese residue.

Emile Henry ceramics are crafted to withstand thermal shock, meaning they are designed to transition safely from high heat to room temperature. However, it is always best practice to avoid placing a hot pot directly onto a cold, wet surface.