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The Best Kentucky Beer Cheese Dip

Tonya Star
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.
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 10 mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 10
Calories 206 kcal

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
Keyword Beer, Cheese, Kentucky