Description
Creamy Bavarian cheese dip brings German culinary magic straight to your table. Tangy, smooth blend of traditional flavors promises delightful moments of pure snacking pleasure you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack)
- 1 cup whole milk (or half & half for extra creaminess)
Thickening & Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional, for extra flavor)
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the base by creating a golden roux in a saucepan, melting butter over medium heat and whisking in flour until the mixture turns light golden and develops a delicate, frothy texture.
- Gradually stream milk into the roux, continuously whisking to prevent lumps and ensure a silky, uniform consistency. Allow the mixture to simmer gently, thickening for approximately 2-3 minutes.
- Enhance the flavor profile by incorporating Dijon mustard, introducing a subtle tangy note, then sprinkle in garlic powder, salt, and paprika to create a complex, balanced seasoning.
- Reduce the heat to low, allowing the sauce to settle, then gradually fold in shredded cheese, stirring methodically until the cheese completely dissolves and produces a luxuriously smooth, glossy texture.
- Transfer the molten cheese sauce to a serving vessel, ensuring it remains warm and invitingly creamy, ready to accompany crisp, golden pretzels for an indulgent dipping experience.
Notes
- Achieve a golden roux by whisking flour and butter until it turns a light, toasty color without burning, which creates a rich, nutty base for the cheese dip.
- Prevent lumpy sauce by gradually adding milk while continuously whisking, ensuring a silky smooth texture that coats pretzels perfectly.
- Experiment with cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, gruyère, or pepper jack to customize the dip’s flavor profile and add exciting depth to the classic recipe.
- Keep the dip creamy by maintaining low heat when melting cheese, stirring constantly to prevent separation and maintain a luxurious, velvety consistency.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 690
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 66 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg