Beer Cheese Dip Recipe
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4.3
Beer Cheese Dip Recipe
Description
The Beer Cheese Dip Recipe combines sharp cheddar and softened cream cheese as a creamy base, adding beer for a subtle malty flavor and mustard powder for depth. Cayenne pepper introduces heat, balanced by the spicy pungency of prepared horseradish. Fresh parsley brightens the mix, and sea salt seasons it to taste.
Blending all ingredients in a food processor creates a smooth though slightly textured dip that is refrigerated briefly to meld flavors and firm up slightly. Before serving, crumbled bacon and chopped scallions are sprinkled on top, contributing smoky and fresh contrasts to the creamy dip.
This dip suits casual gatherings or parties, pairing well with crackers or vegetables. Using prepared horseradish or horseradish sauce can adjust the flavor intensity based on preference.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese shredded, sharp
- 8 ounces cream cheese , softened
- 1/2 cup beer , optional
- 1/2 teaspoon mustard powder dry
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1-3 tablespoon(s) horseradish drained and dry, prepared
- 1 tablespoon parsley minced, fresh
- 1 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- Bacon , cooked and crumbled, for garnish
- scallions , chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Place sharp cheddar, cream cheese, beer, dry mustard, cayenne, horseradish, parsley and sea salt into a food processor and pulse until blended. Mixture may have some small lumps.
- Refrigerate for 20-30 minutes before serving.
- Garnish with crumbled bacon and scallions.
- If you've tried this recipe, come and let us know how it was!
Notes
- Use prepared horseradish or horseradish sauce to control the dip's heat and flavor intensity.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 249 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 249kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 13g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 686mg | 29% |
| Potassium | 79mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 915IU | 18% |
| Vitamin C | 0.9mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 241mg | 24% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.3
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