By Becky Hardin
Published Nov 1, 2017
Beer Cheese Dip has been around for ages but this 4-ingredient recipe is our absolute favorite! This dip is made with just beer, shredded cheese, and spicy diced tomatoes, making it a recipe you will make again and again. Game Day has never been more delicious (or easier)!
Why We Love This Beer Cheese Recipe
This Beer Cheese Dip Recipe has made it to every tailgating party I’ve attended since I first started making it. That’s a lot of happy cheese lovers!
- Easy. With just 4 ingredients, this is my easiest queso recipe yet!
- Creamy. This dip has cream cheese to keep it soft even as it cools!
- Flavorful. It’s amazing how much a can of Rotel and a light beer does for the flavor of this dip!
Variations on Beer Cheese Dip for Pretzels
I recommend using a light beer in this recipe for the best taste. I used Coors Light, but Bud also works well. For a light-tasting regular beer, a wheat beer, pilsner, or pale lager works well. You could get creative and add more ingredients such as crumbled chorizo or ground beef, but I prefer my recipes with just 4 ingredients when possible.
How to Store and Reheat
If you have any leftover beer cheese dip, pour it into an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. To reheat, add a splash of milk and heat in the microwave in 15-30 second increments, stirring between each increment to make sure it’s fully heated through.
I do not recommend freezing this dip because it will be too grainy when thawed and reheated.
How to Keep Warm
To keep this dip warm throughout the day, pour it into a slow cooker, and set it to WARM. This will keep it hot, smooth, and creamy throughout the whole party.
Serving Suggestions
Of course, this dip and soft pretzels are a match made in heaven. Pretzel dogs ? Even better! But it’s also great with tortilla chips , chicken nachos , or baked tacos . Wash it down with a beer or beergaritas !
More Beer Cheese Recipes To Try
- Beer Cheese Spread
- Corn and Bacon Beer Cheese Dip
- 15 Minute Beer Cheese Soup
- Beer Cheese Soup with Bacon
5-Star Review
“Made this with Miller lite and it turned out great! We used Rotel with habaneros for spicineness.” -Gabby
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 12 ounces light beer (1 bottle)
- ▢ 8 ounces cream cheese (1 brick)
- ▢ 4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese divided
- ▢ 14.5 ounces Rotel Tomatoes undrained (1 can)
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Instructions
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Pour in the beer and allow it to come to a boil. It may foam a bit. While waiting to boil, cut your cream cheese into 1-inch chunks. 12 ounces light beer
- Once boiling, add the cream cheese to the beer. Use a whisk to stir until fully melted and combined. 8 ounces cream cheese
- Once creamy and fully melted, add in your shredded cheese, about ½ cup at a time, stirring with the whisk until melted before adding more. Stop when the queso is to your desired consistency. For me, this was 4 cups but I REALLY like cheese. 3-4 cups should be perfect. 4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- Once the cheese is fully melted, stir in the Rotel. Serve immediately with your fave chips 14.5 ounces Rotel Tomatoes
Becky’s Tips
- Use freshly-shredded cheese for the best results. Pre-shredded could create a gritty texture.
- Keep the temperature low when adding the cheese to prevent it from seizing.
- If your dip does turn gritty, fix it by mixing a small amount of the dip with a tablespoon of lemon juice or white wine, whisk vigorously, and add back to the pot.
- Keep warm using the “warm” setting on a crockpot.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
How to Make Beer Cheese Step by Step
Boil the Beer: Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour in 12 ounces (1 bottle) of light beer and allow it to come to a boil. It may foam a bit. While waiting to boil, cut 8 ounces (1 brick) of cream cheese into 1-inch chunks.
Add the Cream Cheese: Once boiling, add the cream cheese chunks to the beer. Use a whisk to stir until fully melted and combined.
Add the Cheese: Once creamy and fully melted, add 4 cups of shredded Mexican blend cheese, about ½ cup at a time, stirring with the whisk until melted before adding more. Stop when the queso is to your desired consistency. For me, this was 4 cups but I REALLY like cheese. 3-4 cups should be perfect.
Stir in the Rotel: Once the cheese is fully melted, stir in 14.5 ounces (1 can) of Rotel. Serve immediately with your fave chips.
Beer Cheese Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 12 ounces light beer (1 bottle)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (1 brick)
- 4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese divided
- 14.5 ounces Rotel Tomatoes undrained (1 can)
Instructions
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Pour in the beer and allow it to come to a boil. It may foam a bit. While waiting to boil, cut your cream cheese into 1-inch chunks. 12 ounces light beer
- Once boiling, add the cream cheese to the beer. Use a whisk to stir until fully melted and combined. 8 ounces cream cheese
- Once creamy and fully melted, add in your shredded cheese, about ½ cup at a time, stirring with the whisk until melted before adding more. Stop when the queso is to your desired consistency. For me, this was 4 cups but I REALLY like cheese. 3-4 cups should be perfect. 4 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
- Once the cheese is fully melted, stir in the Rotel. Serve immediately with your fave chips 14.5 ounces Rotel Tomatoes
Video
Notes
- Use freshly-shredded cheese for the best results. Pre-shredded could create a gritty texture.
- Keep the temperature low when adding the cheese to prevent it from seizing.
- If your dip does turn gritty, fix it by mixing a small amount of the dip with a tablespoon of lemon juice or white wine, whisk vigorously, and add back to the pot.
- Keep warm using the “warm” setting on a crockpot.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
