Old Kentucky Beer Cheese
Get ready to indulge in the bold and creamy flavors of Old Kentucky Beer Cheese—the ultimate Southern-inspired dip that’s perfect for any gathering! This spread combines sharp cheddar cheese with the tangy depth of beer, aromatic garlic, and a tantalizing blend of spices like smoked paprika and cayenne pepper for an optional kick. Infused with a splash of Worcestershire sauce and a hint of mustard, this no-cook recipe comes together effortlessly in just 15 minutes of prep time, then chills to perfection to let the vibrant flavors meld. Whether you serve it with crunchy pretzels, crisp celery sticks, or buttery crackers, this rich and savory beer cheese will be the star of your appetizer table. An easy-to-make party favorite, it's a must-try crowd-pleaser for game days, potlucks, or anytime snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 cups Beer (your choice of lager or ale)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Ground mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Hot sauce (e.g., Tabasco)
- 0.25 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat)
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Grate the sharp cheddar cheese and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to soften slightly.
In a food processor, combine the cheddar cheese and unsalted butter. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Add the minced garlic, beer, Worcestershire sauce, ground mustard, hot sauce, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the food processor.
Blend again on high until all the ingredients are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and spreadable. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Transfer the beer cheese to a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, let the beer cheese sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to soften. Serve with pretzels, crackers, celery sticks, or other dippable snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2260 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.9 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.1 g | 626% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 610 mg | 203% | |
| Sodium | 3607 mg | 157% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.7 g | ||
| Protein | 115.1 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3279 mg | 252% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 139 mg | 3% | |
*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.
