Name: Beer Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 7
Ingredients: 4 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened; 2/3 cup beer; 2 envelopes ranch salad dressing mix; 4 cups shredded cheddar cheese; pretzels

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Game Day Party Beer Cheese Dip: Are you ready to take your game day parties to the next level? Look no further than this mouthwatering beer dip that will have your guests begging for the recipe. Made with creamy cheese, savory spices, and of course, a generous splash of your favorite kind of beer, this dip is the perfect addition to any weekend gathering and perfect for football season. So, grab your chips and let’s dive in to the perfect appetizer!

A little bit salty made with real beer and pairs perfectly with your favorite pretzels. The pub-style beer cheese dip is a 5 minute recipe with only 4 ingredients! Super bowl just got a whole lot tastier! Really score with your hungry game watching guests and make your own Soft Beer Pretzels. Scroll down for a hot and spicy version of this perfect dip and a different kind of beer dip too!

How to Make Beer Cheese Dip

Call the gang over for a fun night of pub-style party food! This Beer Dip fits right in with game watching food. While the jalapeno popper burgers are on the grill the gang can be enjoying this yummy easy beer cheese dip recipe.

BEER DIP INGREDIENT LIST-full printable recipe below in recipe card

4 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup beer
2 envelopes ranch salad dressing mix
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
pretzels, tortilla chips or potato chips

BEER DIP INSTRUCTIONS

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, beer and ranch dressing mix until blended.
Stir in cheese.
Serve with pretzels, tortilla chips or potato chips

THE BEST BEER FOR MAKING CHEESY DIP

The great thing about this party dip is not only the flavor but also its versatility. The combination of your favorite beer, ranch seasoning, and cheese is one of the best easy recipes, everyone’s favorite appetizers and perfect for game nights. For your next party have someone bring the dip using their favorite beer.

PALE ALE
DARK BEERS
LIGHTER BEERS
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER

NOTE: This dip is a little on the salty side; which makes it a perfect match with beer. If you are not serving beer with this dip I would recommend you add the Ranch dressing a little at a time and do a taste test to make sure it satisfies your taste buds. I love salty things. Some people don’t.

How to Create Two Dips from One Dip Recipe

SPICY BEER DIP RECIPE: Make the dip as instructed, set aside. Then make the dip again…also as instructed, but this time also add chopped jalapeno peppers! TIP: If you’re like me and love the flavor of jalapeno peppers but not the spice, use fresh peppers, remove the seeds and you’re set! Otherwise make it easy on yourself and use canned jalapeno peppers and bring on the heat!

Other Options for this Beer Dip Recipe

BEER CHEESE DIP ALTERATIONS

Using a sharp cheddar cheese will add more cheesy flavor. Add a few pieces of crispy chopped bacon for a Bacon Beer Cheese Dip. A splash of Worcestershire sauce will add a nice punch of flavor.

MAKE JALAPEÑO POPPERS

Cut jalapeño peppers in half lengthwise, remove the seeds and veins. Fill half of each pepper with cold dip. Roast at 425° in the oven until tender (about 15 to 18 minutes).

MAKE CHEESY BREAD

Slice a baguette loaf in half lengthwise. Place under a broiler until toasted. This will create a delicious layer of flavor. Spoon cold dip to the tops of each baguette slice. TWO OPTIONS: Add deli sliced salami on top of the dip and bake at 425° about 15 minutes or leave the meat off the bread and bake. Cut into slices.

Another Cheesy Beer Dip Recipe

MORE GAME DAY RECIPES WITH BEER

DILL CHEESE AND BEER QUICK BREAD 2. SAUTEED BEER MUSHROOMS 3. BEER BATTERED FRIED GREEN BEANS

CHEESEY BEER DIP VARIATIONS

This dip is delicious on its own but why not play with the recipe a little and add some different ingredients to the base recipe? Below are a few suggestions on how to create multiple beer dip recipes using the same base recipe.

GRILLED ONIONS: Sauté onions until golden brown, chop and stir into dip.
CHOPPED GREEN ONIONS: Great as a garnish, mixed into the cheese dip, or both!
DIFFERENT RANCH FLAVOR PACKETS: Spicy Ranch, Ranch Night (black pepper parmesan), Ranch Night (zesty alfredo), Creamy Dill Ranch, and Fiesta Ranch

GAME DAY DIP RECIPES

SWEET DIP RECIPES

SAVORY DIP RECIPES

HOW TO STORE BEER DIP

Spoon leftover dip in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator up to 1 week.

Beer Dip

Yield: 7 Cups

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

A little bit salty made with real beer and pairs perfectly with your favorite pretzels. Game day just got a whole lot tastier!

Ingredients

4 (8 ounce) packages of cream cheese, softened
2/3 cup beer
2 envelopes ranch salad dressing mix
4 cups shredded cheddar cheese
pretzels

Instructions

In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, beer and dressing mix until blended.
Stir in cheese.
Serve with pretzels.

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Comments

Game Day Party Beer Cheese Dip — 41 Comments

Kae Brand on September 7, 2013 at 4:19 pm said:

Great recipes for tailgating especially the Beer Dip can’t wait to try this”

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Helen @lovelyandloving on September 9, 2013 at 12:31 am said:

Hi Sheryl! This beer dip looks soooo good! I love making dips as they’re so easy, but tasty. I’m also like a beer now and then 🙂 I’ve pinned this and thanks for sharing!

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Shannon {Cozy Country Living} on September 10, 2013 at 1:45 pm said:

This looks like a great game day appetizer! I will be trying it very soon:)

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Lisa @ Flour Me With Love on September 11, 2013 at 5:53 am said:

This must be amazing! I can’t wait to make it for football! Thanks for sharing at Mix it up Monday 🙂

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Bern on September 17, 2013 at 5:13 pm said:

I love the idea for this dip but I have a question. Here in Australia we only get liquid Ranch dressing, not in a packet to make up. What could I do to still make this recipe?

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- Sheryl on September 17, 2013 at 5:43 pm said:
  
  Hi Bern,
  I would add all the spices and ingredients that make up Ranch Dressing except for the wet ingredients. Here is my Ranch Dressing Recipe: https://www.ladybehindthecurtain.com/ranch-dressing/
  I hope this helps. 🙂
  
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Elma on September 22, 2013 at 7:38 am said:

How. Long can this dip be kept?. Or maybe make I/2

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- Sheryl on September 22, 2013 at 9:58 am said:
  
  Hi Elma,
  I guess until the cream cheese expires. You can make half. 🙂
  
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Allison on October 22, 2013 at 7:20 pm said:

What beer did you use?

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- Sheryl on October 22, 2013 at 7:52 pm said:
  
  Hi Allison, Cheap Bud Lite HA! 🙂
  
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  - Cindy on November 1, 2018 at 2:36 pm said:
    
    Me too! It is good! Serving it up at the Purdue football game this weeekend!
    
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    - Sheryl on November 1, 2018 at 3:11 pm said:
      
      Awesome! Have fun!
      
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kristin on November 4, 2013 at 6:46 am said:

It is 4 packages of 8ozs or 4 to 8 ozs of cream cheese?

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- Sheryl on November 4, 2013 at 8:25 am said:
  
  Hi Kristin,
  4 – 8 ounce packages of cream cheese. A total of 32 ounces. 🙂
  
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Keri on December 11, 2013 at 11:40 am said:

Is the ranch salad dressing mix the regular or the buttermilk dressing mix?

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- Sheryl on December 11, 2013 at 1:11 pm said:
  
  Hi Ker,
  you can use either. 🙂
  
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Shanna Koenigsdorf Ward on February 6, 2014 at 9:39 am said:

This would be really good with a clear, crisp beer and goat cheese, too! 🙂

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Edie on December 17, 2014 at 4:58 pm said:

is there something else one can use other then ranch I’m not a fan of ranch and really wanted to try this

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- Sheryl on December 17, 2014 at 5:37 pm said:
  
  Hi Edie, This question got me to thinking what goes good with beer. This is what I came up with. How about using a pouch with the spices in it to make chili…or the lipton dry onion soup mix. If you choose to use either of these, I would first pour some in with all the other ingredients, mix it in real good, taste and then decide if the dip needed more. It’s better to start out needing more than wishing you hadn’t put it all in. Good Luck! 🙂
  
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Irene on January 30, 2015 at 7:25 am said:

I can’t wait to try this on super bowl sunday.. What I want to know wish beer do put in it? Thank you!

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- Sheryl on January 30, 2015 at 2:38 pm said:
  
  Hi Irene, Whatever beer you have around. I think I might of used bud light.
  
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Lee Ann on February 6, 2016 at 1:46 pm said:

This dip sounds very good! Thank you for posting and Go, Broncos!

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Janet Pierce on July 21, 2016 at 8:05 am said:

This dip is always a hit! It has become my “go to” recipe for a crowd. It is so easy to prepare. If I have peppers, olives or leftover corn, I add them.

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- Sheryl on July 25, 2016 at 1:30 pm said:
  
  Thanks Janet. I love your addition ideas. 🙂
  
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Linda King on October 31, 2016 at 6:05 am said:

Is there a substitute for the beer?

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- Sheryl on November 1, 2016 at 7:08 am said:
  
  Hi Linda, You could use milk.
  
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Al on March 29, 2017 at 6:16 am said:

Is it OK for children?

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- Sheryl on March 30, 2017 at 3:21 pm said:
  
  That is totally up to you Al.
  
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Haley on August 16, 2017 at 4:36 pm said:

Has anyone ever made a Mexican version of this?
I typically make this for all my parties and my guests LOVE it. But my next party has a tacos and tequila theme, so I’d like to have my “famous” beer dip go along with the theme.

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- Sheryl on August 16, 2017 at 5:30 pm said:
  
  Hi Haley, I haven’t tried to make a Mexican version. I love the idea….I’ll have to think about this one. Let me know if you come up with something.
  
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ASHLEY on December 26, 2017 at 9:25 pm said:

This was perfection. Great to pair warm with other meats as a dip too.

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- Sheryl on December 27, 2017 at 8:20 am said:
  
  I’m so glad you liked it Ashley!
  
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STEPHY on February 3, 2018 at 1:03 pm said:

What about putting crumbled bacon in it too?

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- Sheryl on February 5, 2018 at 9:40 am said:
  
  Sounds Yummy Stephy!
  
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Wanda Belt on November 14, 2018 at 5:21 pm said:

I will be making this for Thanksgiving to share with the family

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- Sheryl on November 14, 2018 at 9:35 pm said:
  
  Awesome Wanda! It’s a great appetizer!
  
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Chris Pleshinger on March 9, 2019 at 8:17 pm said:

Hi! Can this be made the day before?

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- Sheryl on March 12, 2019 at 5:31 pm said:
  
  Hi Chris, Like most dips this Beer Dip is even better if made a day ahead.
  
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  - Chris Pleshinger on March 13, 2019 at 10:07 am said:
    
    Thanks!
    
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Debbie DiLauro on October 7, 2019 at 9:25 am said:

this is amazing.. I make every week:)

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- Sheryl on October 7, 2019 at 2:31 pm said:
  
  That’s awesome Debbie!
  
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