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Beer Cheese Dip Recipe: 10 Different Ways to Cook!

by Karl S Updated on December 16, 2022

Are you looking for the best or easy recipe to accompany your chill sessions and movie marathons? 

You may be on the hunt for an easy 15-minute appetizer for your holiday activities or game day events.

Make your life easier by trying out the best beer appetizer we know: The beer cheese dip recipe!

In this article, we’ll show you 10 different ways to cook beer cheese dip for whatever occasion. Let’s dip into this whole beer cheese dip recipe talk below!

10 Beer Cheese Recipe Ideas

If you’re feeling cheesy for your get-together activities with friends and family, here are 10 beer cheese dip ideas that are perfect for game day and any other day.

TAKE NOTE: The best beer cheese dip depends on your preference, so take your pick, and you can make beer cheese dip in less than 30 minutes!

1) Beer Sharp Cheddar Cheese Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese, fat tire, grated
  • 1 cup of milk
  • 1/2 cup beer, lager 
  • 1/2 cup of nutty gruyère, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon of dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon of smoked paprika
  • 2 tablespoons of butter
  • 3 tablespoons of flour

Instructions:

  1. First, get your medium saucepan and put it on top of a stovetop or induction cooktop with medium-high heat.
  2. Second, put your butter in the saucepan. Let it melt.
  3. Third, slowly whisk the flour on the melted butter until the former is completely absorbed by the latter for about 30 seconds. Then, while whisking constantly, add the milk and the beer.
  4. Fourth, add the cheese to the same saucepan. Mix and let it melt.
  5. Fifth, add the dijon mustard, garlic, and paprika. Whisk until it slightly thickens.
  6. Lastly, serve warm.

2) Ranch Beer Cheese Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 1 package of ranch salad dressing mix
  • 1/3 cup beer, non-alcoholic
  • 16 oz cream cheese or 2 packages of 8 oz, softened
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese or smoked gouda, shredded

Instructions:

  1. To begin, get a medium to large bowl. Blend in the salad dressing mix, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese.
  2. Next, gradually whisk the beer into the mixture until you reach a creamy yet thicker dip consistency.
  3. After that, you can top it with extra cheddar cheese.
  4. Lastly, serve warm or at room temperature along with pretzel sticks.

3) Beer Cheese Dip Bread Bowl

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Ingredients:

For the beer cheese dip:

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar, grated
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 yellow onion, large and sliced
  • 1/2 cup fontina cheese, grated
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella, grated
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup butter, salted
  • 2 tablespoons of mustard, grainy
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3/4 cup beer, light

For the round bread bowl:

  • 1 clove garlic, pressed
  • 1 round bread, crusty
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ½ cup parmesan, pre-shredded cheese
  • 2 tablespoons of olive oil

Instructions:

For the bread:

  1. Preheat the oven for your round bread to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  2. Then, ready your round bread (pre-made) by slicing the top part and carving a hole inside the bread to prepare for your good dip.
  3. Next, prepare your garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes, wash in a mini bowl, and mix. Brush your prepared wash all over the round bread bowl.
  4. Put the bread bowl on a pan, add the shredded parmesan inside, and put in the oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

For the beer dip:

  1. After the round bread bowl, assemble your beer cheese dip. Start by putting a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Put the butter in the saucepan, and melt the butter.
  3. Gradually add the garlic, olive oil, and red pepper flakes mixture to the melted butter, mix, and let it cook for five to ten minutes.
  4. Slowly pour and whisk the milk and light beer in the same saucepan with the mixture.
  5. Incorporate your mustard and cheese into the mixture while constantly whisking to reach the desired consistency.
  6. Get your round bread bowl and pour the cheese and beer into it. Serve immediately.

4) Pub-style Beer Cheese Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, smoked
  • 1/2 cup beer, dark
  • 2 cups of  sharp cheddar, cubed
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire hot sauce
  • 2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, cubed

Instructions:

  1. First is the prep time. Prepare your food processor and ingredients for the pub cheese recipe.
  2. Second, put the garlic, kosher salt, paprika, cheddar cheese, Worcestershire sauce, dijon mustard, and cream cheese inside the food processor. Blend until minced finely.
  3. Third, gradually add the beer to the mixture, and blend until your preferred consistency and texture.
  4. Fourth, transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for one hour.
  5. Lastly, serve with soft pretzels and celery sticks.

5) Beer Cheese Pretzel Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 1 1/2 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 cup beer, pale
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, smoked
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 cups white cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 2 teaspoons garlic, minced

Instructions:

  1. In a food processor, blend your cheese and seasonings while gradually adding the beer.
  2. Next, transfer the blended dip to a saucepan or a mini crock pot under low to medium heat, whisking constantly.
  3. Lastly, serve the beer dip warm and creamy.

6) Stovetop Beer Cheese Creamy Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cayenne pepper
  • 1 cup beer, India pale ale
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tablespoon chives
  • 1/2 cup gruyere cheese, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 2 ½ cups of cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese, sharp and grated
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

Instructions:

  1. First, in a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt your unsalted butter.
  2. Second, add the all-purpose flour, garlic, and onion powder to the butter mixture. Whisk constantly until foamy consistency appears.
  3. Third, gradually pour the beer and whole milk while constantly whisking until you have a thicker dip.
  4. Fourth, add the remaining ingredients: sprinkle salt, and add your cheese. Then, whisk and melt.
  5. Serve immediately.

7) German Beer Cheese Dip (Obatzda)

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup of cheese, camembert, or brie cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chives, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons onion, finely chopped or powdered
  • 1 teaspoon paprika, sweet
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 1/2 cup beer, Bavarian lager
  • 1 1/3 tablespoons of butter

Instructions:

  1. Mix and mash the butter, cream cheese, and cheese of choice in a mixing bowl.
  2. Then, mix the finely chopped onion, chives, and sweet paprika.
  3. Pour your favorite beer into the mixture. Mix everything well.
  4. Cover the mixing bowl with a cling wrap and refrigerate for 3 hours.
  5. Lastly, garnish with the remaining ingredients, in chives and paprika, and serve.

8) 3-ingredient Beer Cheese Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup beer
  • 1/2 cup cream cheese
  • 3 1/2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions:

  1. First, in a saucepan, pour your beer and let it simmer.
  2. Next, incorporate cream cheese into the saucepan while whisking constantly.
  3. Then, gradually blend your shredded cheese into the mixture while whisking.
  4. After getting the desired consistency, thick and smooth, plate your dip in a serving dish, and serve warm.

9) Beer Cheese Fondue Recipe

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Ingredients:

  • 4 cups of melting cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup of beer, low bitter flavor
  • 2 tablespoons onion, grated
  • 2 tablespoons garlic, grated
  • 1 tablespoon of dry herbs
  • 1/3 cup of heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup of flour or cornstarch

Instructions:

  1. Start by putting the flour and grated cheese in a mixing bowl. Then, toss and set aside.
  2. In a separate saucepan over low heat, let the beer, grated garlic, onion, and dry herbs simmer for two minutes.
  3. Then, incorporate and stir the heavy cream for another two minutes. Remove the saucepan from the heat.
  4. Integrate the cheese and flour mixture into the saucepan by folding it moderately.
  5. Transfer the fondue into a heated stainless steel fondue pot, and serve.

10) Irish Stout Beer Cheese Dip

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Ingredients:

  • 2 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon mustard, spicy
  • 1 pretzel bites
  • 1 cup cheddar, sharp
  • 1 cup Monterey or pepper jack cheese
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup beer, Irish stout
  • 4 cups processed cheese, cubed
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 cup Swiss cheese
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 cup butter, unsalted

Instructions:

  1. First, get your saucepan and put it over high heat.
  2. Second, melt your cheese in the saucepan.
  3. Third, gradually add the other ingredients by starting with the beer. Add everything while whisking constantly.
  4. Fourth, stir the dip recipe consistently for ten minutes.
  5. Fifth, transfer to a serving dish and enjoy while warm.

Frequently Asked Questions

We know how each recipe made you drool and crave the best beer cheese dip of your life. Yet, we are also aware that you have some questions to ask.

We won’t leave you hanging, so we answered some of your frequently asked questions in this section:

What Makes Beer Cheese Beer Cheese?

The processes of heating (warm dip) or mixing (cold spread) the beer and cheese make beer cheese dip as it is; a good company for your tortilla chips, soft pretzels, or pretzel sticks.

What Goes Good With Beer Cheese?

The best things that can elevate your dip are whole milk, chives, garlic powder, onion, and other seasonings.

Moreover, when you serve your dip warm or cold, some of the best pairs are the following:

  • Pretzels
  • Tortilla chips
  • Fingerling potatoes
  • Broccoli florets
  • Cauliflower florets

What Is a Good Beer for Beer Cheese?

The best beer for your beer and cheese dip depends on your beer preference and how strong or light you want the beer flavor to be. It will also depend on what the specific recipe calls for. 

Anything can blend well with a beer and cheese recipe as long as it is blended and cooked well, such as:

  • Non-alcoholic beer
  • Darker beer
  • Lighter beer

Can Beer Cheese Get You Drunk?

Your beer cheese dip will not get you drunk, especially if it has been mixed and cooked over heat.

Does Beer Cheese Need to Be Refrigerated?

You can have your dip warm or cold. In instances where there are leftovers, you can cover and store leftovers in an airtight container and put them inside the refrigerator. 

If you properly store beer cheese dip in the refrigerator, you can still devour it for six months.

Why Do They Call It Beer Cheese?

The dip is called beer cheese because it is produced by mixing, blending, and cooking beer and cheese.

Final Words

We hope this article gives you everything you need for your next easy beer cheese dip recipe, perfect for game day!

Don’t wait any further; get your saucepans, beers, and cheeses ready and recreate any of the great recipes on this list!