Easy Stove Top Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip
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When you need a warm, creamy dip that is ready fast, this Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip never disappoints. It’s rich, smooth, and packed with classic beer-cheese flavor, making it the perfect appetizer for game day, holiday parties, or casual weekends with friends.
What makes this beer cheese dip for pretzels even better is how quick and flexible it is. It comes together on the stovetop in about 15 minutes using simple pantry ingredients, and it can easily be made ahead or kept warm in a slow cooker for serving.
Like my Crockpot Beer Cheese dip, this delicious cheesy recipe is perfect for game day, Oktoberfest, or any party.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in under 15 minutes
- Creamy, cheesy, and great for football parties, Oktoberfest, and party gatherings.
- Easily customizable with different cheeses or beers
- This dip also works as a flavorful cheese sauce.
Ingredients
- Butter
- Flour
- Milk
- Beer
- Cheddar cheese
- Garlic
- Dijon mustard
- Salt
- Pepper
- Cayenne or paprika (optional)
How to Make Stovetop Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip
- Step 1 – Melt butter and whisk in flour
- Step 2 – Slowly add milk and beer
- Step 3 – Stir until thickened
- Step 4 – Add cheese and seasonings
- Step 5 – Stir until smooth and creamy
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Substitution & Variation Ideas
- You can use non-alcoholic beer or chicken broth for an a alcohol-free option
- You can sub white Cheddar or Gouda for the Sharp cheddar.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with soft pretzels, bread pieces or pretzel bites
- This creamy cheese sauce also goes great over roasted potatoes, steamed broccoli or cauliflower.
Storage Tips
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Raquel’s Time Saving Tips
- Use block cheese, not pre-shredded
- Whisk constantly while thickening
- Keep heat low once cheese is added
- Make a double batch for game day and parties.
More Warm Dip Recipes
Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip Stovetop Recipe
Equipment
- saucepan
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
- 3 tbsp. all purpose flour
- 3/4 cup whole milk
- 3/4 cup beer
- 2 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp. mustard
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 2 1/2 cups freshly shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a medium skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Once melted, sprinkle the flour over the butter, and whisk to combine. It will form a thick paste.
- Cook 1-2 minutes.
- Slowly pour milk over flour mixture, whisking to combine.
- Once milk is incorporated, whisk in the beer.
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt, and stir.
- Finally whisk in the cheese, and continue cooking, stirring until the cheese is melted and smooth.
Notes
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