Cheddar Beer Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible Cheddar Beer Spread, a creamy, savory blend of sharp cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and your favorite pale ale or lager. Perfectly seasoned with hints of garlic, paprika, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, this spread strikes the ideal balance between bold and smooth flavors. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a quick, crowd-pleasing snack for game days, parties, or casual gatherings. Garnished with fresh chives for a touch of brightness, serve this spread chilled with crackers, pretzels, or fresh veggies for dipping. Bursting with flavor and versatility, this easy cheese spread is guaranteed to be the star of your appetizer table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cup beer (pale ale or lager preferred)
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 0.25 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp chives (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly using a hand mixer or spatula until smooth and well combined.
Add the beer to the mixture a little at a time. Stir or mix on low speed to incorporate the liquid without making the spread too runny.
Mix in the garlic powder, paprika, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired.
Transfer the spread to a serving bowl and smooth the surface. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped chives for garnish.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld together. Serve with crackers, pretzels, or fresh vegetables for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1342 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 113.8 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 72.5 g | 362% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 368 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2606 mg | 113% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.1 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.7 g | ||
| Protein | 64.9 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1752 mg | 135% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 469 mg | 10% | |
*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.
