Heart-Healthy Creamy Beer Cheese
Indulge guilt-free with this Heart-Healthy Creamy Beer Cheese, a lighter twist on the classic comfort-food favorite. Crafted with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk, low-fat cream cheese, and reduced-fat sharp cheddar, this velvety recipe delivers the rich flavors you adore without compromising your health goals. A splash of light beer adds depth, while aromatic onion, garlic, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce infuse the dip with bold, sophisticated notes. Perfectly balanced with a dusting of paprika and black pepper, this easy-to-make beer cheese is ready in just 35 minutes and pairs beautifully with whole grain bread, crisp crudités, or pretzels. Garnish with vibrant green onion for a finishing touch and elevate gatherings with this heart-smart party essential!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 small Onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 0.5 cup Light beer
- 1 cup Plain unsweetened almond milk
- 0.25 cup Low-fat cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups Reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Green onion, sliced for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Gradually pour in the vegetable broth and light beer, stirring as you add them.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the almond milk and softened low-fat cream cheese until smooth and well incorporated.
Slowly add in the shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add the Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, paprika, and black pepper, mixing well to combine.
Continue to cook on low heat, stirring frequently, for another 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the beer cheese cool slightly before serving.
Garnish with sliced green onion if desired and serve warm with whole grain bread, crudités, or pretzels.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
882 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.7 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.2 g | 146% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 120 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 1984 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.7 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.9 g | ||
| Protein | 50.7 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 1804 mg | 139% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 689 mg | 15% | |
*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.
