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Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip

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This Pretzel Beer Cheese Dip is a delightful starter, combining warm pretzel rolls with a rich, cheesy dip. It’s great for parties or a cozy night in!

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 6-8 1x

Ingredients

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  • 9 frozen Rhodes roll dough, thawed according to package instructions
  • 10 cups water
  • ⅔ cup (147 g) baking soda
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • 1 pinch kosher salt
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 bottle (12 ounces) light beer, such as lager or pilsner
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 4 strips thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 ½ cups (169.5 g) sharp white cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
  • 1 ½ cups (169.5 g) sharp cheddar cheese, shredded, divided
  • Chives, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F and prepare a large skillet.
  • Cut thawed rolls in half to make balls and arrange on parchment.
  • Boil water and baking soda, then briefly boil dough balls.
  • Brush dough with egg wash and sprinkle with salt.
  • Make the beer cheese dip by cooking butter and garlic, then whisking in flour and beer.
  • Add mustard, paprika, cream cheese, and bacon to cheese mixture.
  • Stir in chaddar cheeses until melted, then pour into skillet.
  • Bake for 15-20 minutes until dough is golden and cheese is bubbling.

Notes

Prepare pretzel rolls a day in advance and refrigerate until ready to bake.
Substitute beer with broth or non-alcoholic beer for a similar taste.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2-3 days.

  • Author: jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 10
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 26
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 10
  • Cholesterol: 30