Are you ready to elevate your snack game? Look no further than the delightful world of beer cheese dip! This savory dip is a crowd-pleaser that brings together the rich flavors of beer and the creamy goodness of cheese. Let’s dive into what makes this dip so irresistible.
What is beer cheese dip?
Beer cheese dip is one of our favorite game-day dips. It is a mouthwatering, rich, and flavorful blend of melted cheese and beer. It is perfect for dipping all your favorite snacks, like crispy tortilla chips or chewy soft pretzels. It’s a staple at gatherings, game nights, or whenever you crave a comforting treat.
What kind of beer should I use?
We recommend lighter beers for beer cheese dip. While the recipe calls for a lager beer, you could also try a pilsner, wheat beer, or pale ale. We recommend saving dark beers like IPAs or stouts for drinking instead!
Protip: Make it without alcohol!
Looking to avoid alcohol altogether? Replace the beer with sparkling apple cider instead!
What ingredients are in this dip?
To make this dip, you’ll need:
- Unsalted butter
- All-purpose flour
- Beer
- Whole milk
- Dijon mustard
- Worcestershire sauce
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Smoked paprika
- Shredded cheddar cheese
Protip: Swap smart!
Make this dip your own by switching up the cheeses. Try replacing some of the cheddar with pepper jack, gruyere, or gouda cheese. We do recommend using at least 50% cheddar cheese to ensure that the dip keeps the right consistency.
How do you make it?
- Create a roux: Melt butter over medium heat, and then whisk in the flour for one minute.
- Add the milk, beer, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Simmer for 2-3 minutes to let the dip thicken.
- Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth. Serve!
Why is my beer cheese dip grainy?
If your cheese dip turns out grainy, it’s likely due to the temperature being too high during the melting process. Keep the heat low and let the cheese melt slowly. Constant stirring and gradual melting are key to achieving that velvety smooth texture.
What should I serve with beer cheese dip?
The possibilities are endless! Pretzels, tortilla chips, sliced baguettes, or even crisp veggies like celery, carrots, broccoli, and cauliflower make excellent companions to this flavorful dip. Get creative with your pairings and let your taste buds guide you.
Protip: Keep it warm!
This dip thickens as it cools, so you’ll want to keep it warm when you serve it. Serve it warm on the stove or pour it into a small crockpot for best results.
Can you make beer cheese dip ahead of time?
Beer cheese dip can be prepared in advance and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two days. Gently reheat the dip on the stovetop, stirring often, to make it creamy and dippable again.
Want more game day snacks like this one?
Beer Cheese Dip Recipe
This quick and easy beer cheese dip is perfect for parties or game day snacks. With just a few simple ingredients, you can have a delicious and creamy dip in just 15 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup beer (we used a lager)
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Add the butter to a medium saucepan and heat over medium heat. Once melted, whisk in the flour, stirring constantly for 1 minute.
- Whisk in the milk, beer, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and seasonings. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until thickened.
- Add about half the cheese and stir until melted. Add the remaining cheese and stir constantly until fully melted and smooth.
- Serve with soft pretzels, chips, and/or veggies!
Notes
- If you'd like to make this without alcohol, sparkling apple cider works great in place of beer. The cheese dip is still delicious, but it does turn out sweeter than if using beer.
- We recommend a lighter beer like lagers for this recipe. We used a Mexican lager and it was great! You want to avoid dark or strong beers like IPAs, stouts, etc.
- You can customize this recipe by using different cheeses like cheddar jack blends, pepperjack, etc. But we recommend using at least 50% cheddar cheese to keep it the right consistency!
- This dip thickens as it cools, so it’s best to keep it warm when serving. We recommend a small crockpot or keeping it on low on the stove while guests are digging in.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 332Total Fat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 423mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 4gProtein: 14g
At Wholefully, we believe that good nutrition is about much more than just the numbers on the nutrition facts panel. Please use the above information as only a small part of what helps you decide what foods are nourishing for you.
