Ultimate Creamy Pub-Style Beer Cheese Dip
Make a rich, smooth, pub-style beer cheese dip quickly for your next party or game day gathering. This recipe yields a crowd-pleasing, savory appetizer.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup beer (lager or pale ale recommended)
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Shred both cheeses and set them aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the beer until the mixture is smooth. Cook for about two minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Whisk in the milk, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Heat until the mixture just begins to simmer.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheese one handful at a time, stirring continuously until each addition is fully melted and smooth before adding the next batch. Do not let the mixture boil.
- Once all the cheese is incorporated and the dip is smooth and creamy, remove it from the heat.
- Serve immediately with soft pretzels, chips, or vegetables.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use a darker, malty beer.
- If the dip thickens too much while serving, whisk in a splash of warm milk or extra beer to restore creaminess.
- This dip pairs well with sturdy dipping items like thick-cut potato chips or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 19
- Saturated Fat: 11
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0.5
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Fiber: 0.5
- Protein: 15
- Cholesterol: 55