Beer Cheese Dip

5 from 8 votes

This warm beer cheese dip is creamy, comforting, and designed for effortless hosting. Made with cream cheese, sharp cheddar, smoked gouda, and lager beer, it is perfect for sharing with pretzels at any casual gathering.

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 350kcal

Author: Ebony Robinson

Ingredients

8 oz Philadelphia Cream Cheese cut into 1 inch squares
1 cup Sharp Cheddar shredded
1½ cup Smoked Gouda shredded
3 oz Velveeta Cheese cut into 1 inch squares
10 oz Lager Beer
½ tsp Garlic Powder
½ tsp Worcestershire Sauce
¾ tsp Dijon Mustard
½ tsp Ground Cayenne Pepper

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Instructions

Shred cheese, and cube cream cheese, and Velveeta. Set aside. In a saucepan over low heat, warm the beer until it begins to steam. Do not let it boil. Starting with warm beer creates a gentle base that helps the cheese melt evenly and prevents clumping when it is added.
Add the chopped cream cheese and whisk until fully melted and smooth. Gradually add the shredded cheddar and smoked gouda, whisking constantly.
Once the shredded cheeses are melted, add the Velveeta and continue whisking until the dip is smooth and cohesive.
Stir in garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and cayenne pepper. Keep the heat low and whisk until creamy. Garnish if desired and serve warm. Enjoy!

Notes

Hosting Notes: This is the kind of dip that works hard for you when you are entertaining.

Make it just before guests arrive, then transfer it to a small crockpot set to warm
Keep extra beer nearby and stir in small splashes throughout the evening to loosen the dip as needed
Set out soft pretzels, hard pretzels, and celery sticks so guests can choose their favorite dipper
This dip holds beautifully during long game nights and buffet-style Super Bowl parties

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