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Beer cheese dip in a bowl surrounded by multiple sourdough soft pretzels.

Homemade Beer Cheese Dip (With Heavy Cream!)

This beer cheese dip uses sharp cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack, beer, and heavy cream for a smooth dip perfect for soft pretzels!
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: German
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 7 minutes
Total Time: 12 minutes
Servings: 3 cups
Author: Jamie

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons salted butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup beer
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes until it reaches a golden paste.
  • Slowly pour in the beer, whisking constantly. Gradually add the heavy cream, continuing to whisk until smooth.
  • Stir in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Reduce heat to low and add shredded cheeses in small handfuls, stirring constantly until melted and smooth.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. If needed, thin with additional beer or cream.
  • Serve warm with pretzels, bread, or other dippers.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 3cups | Calories: 2163kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 74g | Fat: 193g | Saturated Fat: 117g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 47g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 568mg | Sodium: 2352mg | Potassium: 569mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 6386IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 2171mg | Iron: 2mg
Calories: 2163kcal
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