What is the best beer for beer cheese?

We prefer a hoppy IPA (craft beer style India Pale Ale). It creates a great depth of flavor. You can substitute a lager, pilsner, or even a non-alcoholic beer, but the flavor profile will be a bit more mild.

What is the best cheese for beer cheese?

We like a sharp cheddar cheese for this recipe. For best results, buy a block of cheese and shred it yourself.

Craft Beer Cheese Dip recipe

Ingredients

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3 TBSP butter
3 TBSP flour
1 tsp garlic (chopped)
2 tsp dark paprika
4 ounces cream cheese
6 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
12 oz of your favorite beer (we used IPA, however it was bitter for some. I liked it alot, but for a more subtle flavor use a lager)

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Instructions

In a medium sauce pan over medium heat, melt butter then add the flour and whisk and cook for 1 minute.
Add bottle of beer and whisk until smooth.
Add cream cheese, cheddar cheese, garlic and paprika and continue to whisk until all cheese has melted and product is smooth (about 5 minutes).

Notes

USE IT AS BEER CHEESE SAUCE: There is no milk or heavy cream in the recipe (just cheese) so it is thick and perfect for dipping, not runny!
MAKE AHEAD: you can make this dip ahead of time. Store it in the fridge and heat it up in a sauce pan (or microwave) minutes before you are ready to serve.
STORAGE: Beer Cheese Dip can be stored in the refrigerator for 5 to 6 days.

Author: Superman Cooks
Prep Time: 5 min
Cook Time: 15 mins
Category: Appetizer
Cuisine: German American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/2 C
Calories: 232
Sugar: 4.9 g
Sodium: 217.4 mg
Fat: 18.8 g
Carbohydrates: 8.8 g
Protein: 7.2 g
Cholesterol: 53.5 mg

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