Description
This warm and creamy Beer Cheese Dip is the ultimate party appetizer! Packed with melty cheddar, Monterey Jack, cream cheese, and your favorite beer, it’s perfect for game day, Oktoberfest, tailgates, or cozy nights in. Ready in just 15 minutes, this cheesy dip pairs perfectly with pretzels, bread, veggies, or chips. A must-try for any cheese lover!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz beer (any style you prefer)
- 8 oz cream cheese (room temperature)
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 oz Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp garlic salt
- ¼ tsp paprika
Instructions
- Pour the beer into a medium saucepan. Heat over medium until it begins to gently simmer.
- Add cream cheese and stir continuously until fully melted and smooth.
- Gradually add shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack, one handful at a time. Stir well between additions until fully melted.
- Add garlic salt and paprika. Stir until the dip is smooth, thick, and creamy.
- Serve immediately while hot with pretzels, bread, chips, or vegetables.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best melting results.
- Always soften cream cheese before cooking.
- Keep heat on medium to avoid breaking the dip.
- Add a splash of beer or milk when reheating to restore consistency.
- Serve in a warming dish or slow cooker to keep hot during parties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: beer cheese dip, game day dip, cheddar beer dip, pretzel dip, oktoberfest dip, easy cheese appetizer, tailgate recipes