Easy Beer Cheese Dip
This easy Beer Cheese Dip is smooth and creamy with a light aroma and flavor of beer. Scoop it up with chips or a soft pretzel for the perfect appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup lager or light beer
- 8 oz cheddar cheese grated medium or sharp
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper if desired
Instructions
- Add butter and flour to a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk to combine as the butter melts. Add the garlic powder, mustard, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
- Add beer, whisking continuously as you pour to form a smooth sauce. Cook for about 3 minutes, whisking occasionally, until slightly thickened. If it’s too thick, add a bit more beer.
- Add the cheese a little bit at a time, stirring until melted.
- Serve immediately with soft pretzels or other dippers.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 14gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 71mgSodium: 730mg
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