Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with this rich and creamy beer cheese dip. Perfect for gatherings or cozy nights, this delightful concoction combines sharp cheddar, smooth cream cheese, and a hint of beer for a bold flavor that will have your taste buds dancing. Serve it warm with soft pretzels or crispy tortilla chips for an unforgettable snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup light lager or ale
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- Optional: 2 green onions, sliced (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your stovetop to medium heat and grab a medium saucepan.
- Add the cream cheese to the saucepan and stir gently for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Slowly pour in the beer while stirring to combine with the cream cheese.
- Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until melted and smooth.
- Mix in garlic powder and Dijon mustard, then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until heated through.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve warm with pretzels or crackers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg