15-Minute Creamy Pub-Style Beer Cheese Dip
Make this rich, smooth, pub-style Beer Cheese Dip in just 15 minutes. It is the ultimate game day appetizer, perfect for soft pretzels, chips, and vegetables.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 15 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 cup lager beer (or non-alcoholic beer)
- 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
- Whisk in the flour and cook for one minute, stirring constantly to create a roux.
- Slowly pour in the beer while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Cook until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low. Add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese, a handful at a time, stirring until each addition is fully melted and smooth before adding more. Do not allow the mixture to boil.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper, if using.
- Remove from heat and serve immediately with soft pretzels, chips, or vegetables.
Notes
- For the creamiest texture, shred your own cheese from a block instead of using pre-shredded varieties.
- You can substitute your favorite lager or pale ale for the beer.
- If the dip thickens too much while sitting, stir in a splash of milk or extra beer to reach your desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 550
- Fat: 28
- Saturated Fat: 17
- Unsaturated Fat: 11
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 5
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 19
- Cholesterol: 85