Description
This creamy and flavorful Beer Cheese Dip combines rich cheddar and smoked gouda with a touch of beer, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to create a perfect party appetizer. Smooth, cheesy, and with a subtle smokiness, it’s easy to whip up on the stovetop in just 15 minutes and pairs wonderfully with pretzels, chips, or fresh veggies.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 cup beer
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Flavorings & Seasonings
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard (smooth or grainy)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
Cheese
- 2 cups (8 ounces) freshly-shredded cheese (half sharp cheddar, half smoked gouda)
Instructions
- Prepare Roux: Heat butter in a large saucepan or sauté pan over medium-high heat until melted. Add flour and whisk continuously until completely combined, forming a smooth roux.
- Add Liquids and Seasonings: Gradually whisk in the beer, whole milk, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and smoked paprika. Continue whisking until the mixture is smooth and starts to thicken.
- Simmer the Mixture: Cook the mixture over medium heat until it thickens and is just about to simmer. Then reduce the heat to low to prevent burning.
- Incorporate Cheese: Add the shredded cheese one handful at a time, whisking continuously to melt the cheese completely and create a smooth, creamy dip.
- Season and Serve: Taste the dip and adjust with sea salt and black pepper as desired. Serve immediately for best texture. Note that the dip will thicken further as it cools.
Notes
- This classic beer cheese dip is versatile; feel free to use your favorite types of beer and cheeses to customize flavor.
- Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded for a smoother melt.
- Serve warm with soft pretzels, crackers, or fresh vegetables.
- If the dip thickens too much after cooling, rewarm gently on the stovetop or microwave and stir in a splash of milk to loosen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (about 1/4 cup)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0.3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
