The Best Creamy Pub-Style Beer Cheese Dip (Ready in 20 Minutes)
Make this creamy beer cheese dip for pretzels and bring pub-style flavor to your next party. It is smooth, cheesy, and full of bold beer flavor, perfect for game day or gatherings.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 15 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup pale ale or lager beer (room temperature)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour to create a smooth paste (roux). Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- Slowly pour in the room temperature beer while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook until it thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses one handful at a time, stirring until each addition is fully melted and smooth before adding the next. Do not let the mixture boil.
- Stir in the softened cream cheese until the dip is completely smooth and velvety.
- Mix in the Dijon mustard and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the warm, gooey cheese dip immediately with soft pretzels, chips, or vegetables.
Notes
- Use room temperature beer to prevent the cheese from seizing when added to the hot base.
- Shred your own cheese from a block; pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting.
- If the dip thickens too much while serving, stir in a tablespoon of extra beer or milk to reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 23
- Saturated Fat: 14
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 60