Beer Cheese Dip for Pretzels
Description
Easy Beer Cheese Dip for Pretzels that’s creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor. Perfect for dipping soft pretzels, veggies, or crackers, ready in minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1/2 cup Beer
- 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Hot Sauce, Optional
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Salt, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Shred the 2 cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese and soften the 4 ounces Cream Cheese to room temperature. Measure out the beer, butter, and seasonings so everything is ready to go.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the 2 tablespoons Butter then add the cream cheese. Stir continuously until smooth and creamy.
- Gradually whisk in the 1/2 cup Beer, 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce, and 1/4 teaspoon Hot Sauce (if using). Cook for 2–3 minutes until fully combined.
- Slowly stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, a handful at a time, until melted and smooth. Adjust thickness by adding a little more beer if needed.
- Add 1 teaspoon Salt and 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepperas desired. Taste and adjust the seasoning to balance flavor.
- Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve warm with soft pretzels, vegetables, or crackers.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Whisk
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 198kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 556mgPotassium: 57mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 562IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 217mgIron: 0.1mg