If you’re looking for the ultimate cheesy snack that works for just about every dip situation, this creamy beer cheese dip is it. Rich, comforting, and packed with bold beer flavor, this pub-style beer cheese dip is a great way to elevate everything from homemade soft pretzels (yes, we have that recipe on the site, too!) to tortilla chips, potato chips, and fresh veggie sticks. Whether it’s game day, game night, or you’re simply cravinga delicious snack!

3 Reasons You’ll Love This Beer Cheese Dip

Ultra creamy and flavorful:

Thanks to real shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and just the right amount of beer, this dip has a smooth, creamy texture with bold pub-style flavor that’s perfect for soft pretzels, chips, or veggies.

Perfect for any party or game day:

This dip fits every dip situation—game day, game night, or casual get-togethers. Serve it warm with homemade soft pretzels, tortilla chips, or veggie sticks and watch it disappear fast.

Easy to customize:

Use your favorite kind of beer, adjust the spice level with cayenne or hot sauce, or add green onions or jalapeños. It’s a flexible recipe that works with whatever you have on hand.

Ingredients for Beer Cheese Dip:

Butter: Creates the rich base of the dip and helps carry flavor while giving the beer cheese its smooth, velvety texture.

Flour:  Works with the butter to form a roux, which thickens the dip and keeps it creamy instead of runny or grainy.

Whole milk:  Adds creaminess and body, balancing the bold flavors of the beer and cheese while helping everything melt together smoothly.

Dark beer:  Brings depth and complexity with subtle malty notes that give beer cheese dip its signature flavor without overpowering the cheese.

Brown mustard:  Adds a tangy bite that cuts through the richness and enhances the savory flavors in the dip.

Dry Mustard:  Boosts the sharpness of the cheese and adds an extra layer of classic beer cheese flavor.

Sharp cheddar cheese:  The star of the recipe, providing bold, tangy cheese flavor and that classic beer cheese taste everyone loves.

Velveeta:  Ensures the dip melts evenly and stays ultra-smooth and creamy, making it perfect for dipping soft pretzels or chips.

Choosing the type of beer matters. A combination of your favorite beer styles works, but lighter beers, pale ale, wheat beers, or a fruity beer offer a milder flavor, while hoppy IPA, dark lagers, or even stout beers bring a deeper, more robust hoppy flavor. If needed, non-alcoholic beer is also a great option. Just avoid flat beer, as it can dull the overall flavor of the beer in the dip.

The real star, though, is the cheese. Skip pre-shredded cheese and grate your own cheese using a cheese grater and a block of cheese for the smoothest melt. Sharp cheddar cheese or shredded cheddar cheese gives this dip that classic pub cheese vibe and a slightly thicker dip that coats the back of a spoon beautifully. This recipe also works well as a casual cheese fondue—just keep it warm in a fondue pot or slow cooker for parties.

Serve this beer dip in a simple serving bowl with soft pretzel bites, homemade soft pretzels, celery sticks, baby carrots, green onions sprinkled on top, or even alongside jalapeño poppers. 

Leftovers? Store leftover beer cheese dip in an airtight container in the fridge. Reheat gently over low heat or in the microwave, stirring often. It’s just as good the next day, and sometimes even better the second time around.

This pub-style beer cheese dip is truly the perfect party food—a great option for sharing, dipping, and showing off your favorite brew in the most delicious way possible.

Beer Cheese Dip

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Author: theperksofbeingus

Ingredients

Ingredients

 

• 3 tbls butter
• 3 tbls flour
• 1 ½ cups whole milk
• 1 – 12oz dark beer
• 1 tbls brown mustard
• 1 teaspoon mustard powder
• 3 cups sharp cheddar cheese
• 4 oz Velveeta

Instructions

Directions

 

• Melt the butter in a sauce pan. Add in the flour and whisk constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to brown.
• Add in the milk and beer whisk until no lumps remain. Heat until mixture thickens and bubbles begin to form around the edges of the pan. Add in brown mustard and mustard powder. Whisk until smooth.
• Add in cheeses and whisk until melted and smooth.

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