Beer Cheese Spread
This beer cheese spread is a great party appetizer and is best made a day ahead so flavors can develop. Spread it on club crackers or soft pretzels for a hearty snack at game day parties and casual gatherings.
When we got an invitation to our neighbor’s German themed birthday party, this is what I brought to the potluck. Our friend is originally from Germany so the plan was for everyone to bring a German-inspired dish to share. Some of the first items spoken for were brats and sauerkraut, German potato salad, pretzels, German chocolate cake, and of course, German beer.
Since party appetizers are kind of my thing, I made this spreadable beer cheese recipe that’s flavorful, and it ended up being something the guys particularly loved. One friend even spread it on his bratwurst bun!
Take this spread on the road for a tailgate party or a potluck party. Make it for guys night get-togethers, an Octoberfest theme or St. Patrick’s day party. And of course, add it to the menu at a beer tasting party.
Helpful Tips
- Your food processor is going to come in handy for this recipe but if you don’t have one, follow my tip in the notes section of the recipe card. The processor makes it easier to shred the cheeses and blend all the ingredients together.
- You can use any Swiss cheese, but I recommend Emmental for a slight nuttiness and buttery flavor, or Gruyere which is slightly sweeter with more robust flavor.
- You definitely want to make this a day ahead so the flavors can blend and mellow as it sits in the fridge.
- Make sure to serve it at room temperature so it’s soft and easier to spread. Take it out of the fridge about an hour before serving.
- Use beer at room temperature when adding to the recipe. You can use dark beer for stronger beer flavor.
- If you want to make the spread a little looser, add 1 to 2 more ounces of the beer.
- Stir in chopped pecans or walnuts to add some crunch.
Serving Suggestions
I served it with wheat club crackers, which was a terrific pairing. We also had soft pretzels which I would recommend as well. Hard pretzel sticks, pretzel crisps, or twists would also work for dipping or spreading with the beer cheese. And celery sticks are a good lighter offering.
Add this dip to a cheese board girl dinner and kettle chips nachos. For football parties serve it with honey chicken wings and savory Chex mix.
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Easy Beer Cheese Spread
Spreadable beer cheese with two kinds of cheese, German beer, and seasonings. Serve with club crackers, pretzels, or celery.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces White cheddar
- 8 ounces Swiss cheese (Emmental or Gruyere)
- ½ cup German beer (I used St. Pauli Girl)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon Dry mustard
- ⅛ teaspoon Garlic Powder
Dippers
- Club crackers
- Soft pretzels
- Pretzel crisps
- Celery sticks
Instructions
- Using a food processor to shred each of the cheeses. Change out the shredding attachment and replace with the mixing attachment. Pulse together the cheeses, garlic, dry mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, until combined.
- Add beer and process until smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Transfer cheese spread to ramekins, cover, and refrigerate overnight (or at least 6 hours).
- Bring cheese spread to room temperature for easier spreading. Use with wheat club crackers, pretzels, or pumpernickel or rye bread.
Notes
If you don’t have a food processor, shred the cheese by hand. Then use clean hands to combine all the ingredients together thoroughly. A good blender can also help with mixing.
