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Beer Cheese Sauce

September 17, 2022 by aseasonedgreeting Leave a Comment

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We all know chips and dip. Chips have really cornered the market on dip pairings, haven’t they? Well today let’s let pretzels have their shining moment with this epic beer cheese dip. This extra savory cheese dip will need to take center stage at your next party!

a gold spoon dipping into beer cheese sauce on a platter of pretzel bites.

WHAT BEER TO USE FOR BEER CHEESE

Ok, so first I’m going to say you can use whatever is your favorite beer to drink. For me, that’s going to be Blue Moon! I love the flavor this gives to the sauce, and I definitely don’t mind sipping on one has I’m in snack mode on the weekend.

So while I say use your favorite beer, I recommend using a beer that’s light in color. I wouldn’t recommend using a dark lager or even a deep amber beer.

INGREDIENTS

Here’s what you need to be game-day ready!

  • Cheddar cheese
  • Butter
  • All purpose flour
  • Beer
  • Half & half
  • Dijon mustard
  • Worcestershire sauce
  • Seasonings: garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper

You’re going to love how easy this sauce comes together! You need about 15 minutes of prep time to grate the cheese and gather the ingredients, then about 15 minutes to make the sauce. That’s it!

overhead shot of beer cheese in a white bowl with a gold spoon

WHAT TO SERVE WITH BEER CHEESE SAUCE

While pretzels are the best combo for this, here are some other ideas to use this sauce!

  • Drizzle over hot dogs to make beer cheese dogs
  • Dipping chicken fingers or chicken tenders
  • As a sauce for broccoli
  • On burgers
  • On baked potatoes
the sauce in a silver dish surrounded by pretzel bites.

Want more cheesy recipes? You might like to try some of these!

Beer cheese mac and cheese
Cajun mac and cheese
Baked mac and cheese
Stovetop mac and cheese
Pimento cheese grilled cheese

Got some leftover beer? You could also make these Beermosas for a fun new brunch drink!

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The best dip for pretzels is here with this Beer Cheese Sauce! Perfectly seasoned, loaded with cheese, and your favorite beer. Move over chips and salsa, pretzels and beer cheese is on this menu!

  • Author: aseasonedgreeting
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Saute
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

8oz block sharp Cheddar cheese, grated
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all purpose flour
1/2 cup of beer (your choice but I used Blue Moon)
3/4 cup half & half
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a sauce pan melt the butter and add the flour, whisking to combine.

2. Next, pour in the beer, half & half, mustard, Worcestershire, garlic powder, salt, pepper and smoked paprika. Stir to combine and cook for 3-5 minutes.

3. Add the cheese a little at a time, whisking after each time so that the cheese melts. Simmer another 3-5 minutes until thickened.

4. Pour into a bowl and enjoy! You can serve this as a dip for pretzels and chips, or use as a cheese sauce for hot dogs, chicken, and more!

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