The perfect Kentucky Beer Cheese!
There are certain Kentucky dishes that are just simply the best. (And I’m not biased at all) 🙂
You can typically find beer cheese and pretzels at most bars in and around Kentucky. While each one has their own spin on the dish, my husband and I have made it a mission to research this to find the best. Honestly, we take this research quite seriously….
It’s all about the consistency and the beer choice folks.
The cheese dip can’t just run off the pretzel, it has to lusciously cling to it. This is not a Queso or a Nacho cheese dip. This stuff has body and zing! Here’s a Tonya’s two cents tip – don’t use a super crazy beer. By that I mean don’t go silly IPA or too hoppy with it. I did that once and it just took over the dip. You also can’t go too light. This isn’t a job for Michelob Ultra! Something in the middle is best to compliment your cheeses. Enjoy!
The Best Kentucky Beer Cheese Dip
My husband and I have done extensive beer cheese research in KY and have determined this is the absolute perfect recipe with the right consistency to stick to a yummy homemade soft pretzel and deliver a punch of tangy cheddar and beer.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp Butter
- 2 Tbsp Flour All purpose
- 1 Tbsp Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 Cup Beer
- 1 Tbsp Kosher salt
- 1/4 Tbsp Garlic Powder
- 1/2 Tbsp Cracked Black Pepper
- 4 Ounces Creamed Cheese
- 2 Cups Sharp Cheddar Cheese Shredded
- 1 Cup Monterey Jack Cheese Shredded
Instructions
- Melt butter in a large skillet and add the flour to make a roux. Stir in the pepper flakes.
- Add beer and all spices stirring to incorporate all ingredients. Add creamed cheese in chunks and stir until melted.
- Add the shredded cheeses and stir until melted and fully combined. You may need to add more beer if the cheese dip is too thick for your liking. Remove from heat and serve with soft pretzels or chips of your choice.
Notes
Perfect with these!
Easy homemade soft pretzels
