Pub Style Beer Cheese Dip Recipe

A perfect appetizer for game days this Beer Cheese Dip (Pub Style) is super easy, has minimal ingredients, and is done from start to finish in 5 minutes.

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I’m a huge dip fan, we make dips for pretty much any and all gatherings. We are also huge on game days, so they are absolutely served then too. Beer Cheese Dip is just one of many.

One of my favorite dips is this Pub Style Beer Cheese Dip! This dip is so flavorful and creamy and not your typical beer cheese dip.

The normal Beer Cheese Dips that you will see are super creamy, almost like a queso consistency. With this Pub Style version, it is more soft and fluffy.

I absolutely love that about this recipe! And everything is made in the food processor so there is less mess to clean up, and we all know that is a selling point.

We usually make this dip a least once a month if not more. We just cannot get enough of it and everyone always asks for it, especially my husband.

It’s one of those appetizers that does seem to attract the men. Am I right? Ha!

Since it is so easy, and it’s one of my favorites too I have no hesitation at all when it comes to whipping up this Beer Cheese Dip!

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• WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
• INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
• HOW TO MAKE BEER CHEESE DIP:
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
• WHAT KIND OF BEER IS BEST FOR THIS DIP?
• WHAT KIND OF CHEESE SHOULD I USE?
• ANY ADDITIONS?
• ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
• HOW TO STORE:
• DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
• Pub Style Beer Cheese Dip Recipe

1. Minimal and easy-to-access ingredients make this come together fast.
2. You can use your favorite beer in this.
3. Double the recipe to serve more people.

• Sharp cheddar cheese
• Cream cheese
• Garlic
• Worcestershire sauce
• Dijon mustard
• Smoked paprika
• Beer
• Salt

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1. Place the cheddar, cream cheese, garlic, Worcestershire, dijon, and paprika in a food processor. 
2. Process until smooth, you may need to scrape down the sides and process it a few times to get smooth.
3. Turn the processor on and start streaming in the beer through the top of the food processor until smooth and silky. Taste, add salt if you think it needs it. 
4. Place in an airtight container or a serving dish covered with plastic wrap. Place in the fridge for at least an hour to let the flavors blend. 
5. Serve cold, at room temperature, or warm with your favorite dippers.

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WHAT KIND OF BEER IS BEST FOR THIS DIP?

If you are going for sweeter flavor we suggest you use a pale light.

If you want a little stronger flavor, use a darker beer. 

I used Samuel Adams Boston Lager is our favorite when making this dip, and goes great with the flavors in this dip itself.

You can use any type of beer that you want depending on what flavor you are going for with this easy beer cheese dip recipe.

The best beer is your favorite!

WHAT KIND OF CHEESE SHOULD I USE?

Block cheese is a must for this recipe, do not use pre-shredded cheese.

We used a sharp cheddar for this as we wanted the actual cheese flavor to come through with the other ingredients.

You can experiment with different cheeses, but I would highly suggest using a cheddar of some sort.

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ANY ADDITIONS?

Appetizer recipes like this one are just heaven.

A great way to make them your own is to experiment!

• Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to give the dip a spicy kick that will excite your taste buds.
• Stir in garlic powder along with the minced garlic for an extra garlicky flavor.
• Mix in a splash of whole milk or heavy cream to make the dip even creamier.
• Include a variety of cheeses like Monterey Jack cheese or pepper jack for a richer, more complex flavor.
• Top with chopped green onions or chives for a fresh garnish.
• Sprinkle some ranch dressing mix into the dip for a tangy twist.
• Serve the dip warm in a fondue pot or slow cooker to keep it at the perfect temperature during your game day gathering.
• Add finely diced jalapeños for those who love a spicy kick.
• Garnish with crispy bacon bits to add a smoky flavor and crunchy texture.
• Serve with a variety of dippers like soft pretzel bites, tortilla chips, pretzel sticks, or potato chips for a fun and interactive appetizer.
• Dip homemade soft pretzels in the pub-style beer cheese dip, it’s life changing!

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

You’ll get a five star rating from any crowd with this recipe.

If you need to swap things out, here are some places to start.

• Non-alcoholic beer can be used in place of regular beer to maintain the beer flavor without the alcohol.
• Use a lighter beer like a wheat beer, lager beer, or pale ale instead of a dark stout for a milder taste; choose your favorite kind of beer for best results.
• Substitute sharp cheddar cheese with a combination of cheeses such as Monterey Jack cheese or Colby for a different flavor profile.
• If you don’t have smoked paprika, regular paprika or a dash of cayenne pepper are great options.
• Replace cream cheese with spreadable cheese like pub cheese to simplify the recipe.
• Use garlic powder if fresh garlic isn’t available; it still adds that essential garlicky goodness.

This can be placed in an airtight container in the refrigerator where it will keep for up to 5 days.

This can also be frozen, placed in a freezer container and it will freeze for up to 6 months.

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Looking for that perfect party appetizer that everyone seems to love?

Well, look no further this Beer Cheese Dip is all you need.

If you’ve tried this BEER CHEESE DIP let me know in the comments how it turned out! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes!