Cheddar and Bear Dip
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with this irresistibly creamy and flavorful Cheddar and Beer Dip! This crowd-pleaser combines the bold tang of sharp cheddar cheese with the robust depth of your favorite beer, creating a velvety texture that’s perfectly balanced by hints of garlic, onion, mustard, and paprika. Cream cheese adds an extra layer of richness, while a touch of Worcestershire sauce ties it all together for a savory punch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dip is a breeze to make and pairs beautifully with pretzels, crunchy tortilla chips, or fresh veggies. Perfect for game days, parties, or cozy nights in, this Cheddar and Beer Dip will have everyone at your table coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup Beer (lager, ale, or your favorite style)
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is lightly golden and bubbly.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to ensure there are no lumps.
Add the beer and continue whisking until the mixture starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, ground mustard, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce.
Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, stirring until fully melted and smooth.
Add the cream cheese in small chunks, stirring until it is completely incorporated and melted into the mixture.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Serve immediately with pretzels, tortilla chips, bread, or fresh veggies for dipping. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 141.3 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 89.0 g | 445% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 450 mg | 150% | |
| Sodium | 2581 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 75.5 g | 151% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.9 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 2061 mg | 159% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 946 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
