Beer Cheese
Rich, creamy, and full of bold flavor, beer cheese is the ultimate crowd-pleasing dip. Smooth melted cheese is blended with beer for a savory, slightly tangy bite that pairs perfectly with pretzels, bread, or veggies. Easy to make and always a hit, it’s perfect for game day, parties, or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsalted butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup milk
- ⅔ cup beer
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese 8 ounces
- 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese or Swiss cheese (4 ounces)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter, flour, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and salt over medium heat. Cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in milk and beer a bit at a time, whisking until smooth after each addition. Continue cooking over medium heat, add in mustard and Worcestershire, cooking sauce until thick and bubbly.
- Turn off the heat and add the cheddar and Gruyere cheese. Stir until melted and smooth.