Ranch Beer Cheese Dip
Ranch Beer Cheese Dip is the ultimate cheese dip for pretzels, chips and sliders! This creamy, smoky dip takes me back to the sports parties we hosted in our backyard when our kids were young—because with a pool and a hungry crowd, you could never have enough dips and chips!
This quick and easy Ranch Beer Cheese Dip is loaded with rich flavors from cream cheese, smoked gouda, and Pepper Jack, all brought together with a splash of your favorite beer. It’s a game day favorite in our house! Whether you’re hosting or heading to a potluck, this dip is sure to impress.
Ranch Beer Cheese Dip
I love a good dip that is a crowd-pleaser with pretzels, chips, bread bites (yes, make your own), and a sandwich spread. This dip is that! It’s delish!
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Why I love this recipe
- Comes together in just minutes, perfect for last-minute gatherings.
- Delicious with pretzels, chips, or even as a spread for sliders and burgers.
- A great centerpiece dip for a charcuterie board.
Gather these ingredients
- Cream cheese
- Smoked Gouda cheese – grated
- Pepper Jack cheese – grated
- Dry Ranch dressing mix
- Bacon – cooked and chopped
- Beer – we use a pale ale
- Parsley – finely chopped
How to make Ranch Beer Cheese Dip
- Combine in a medium bowl: the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, ½ cup cooked chopped bacon, and dry ranch dressing seasoning.
- Mix all the above ingredients in the same bowl with a hand mixer until combined. It will be thick.
- Add the beer gradually into the same bowl and mix some more.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Scrape into a serving dish or bowl and sprinkle with the remaining ¼ cup cooked, chopped bacon and finely chopped parsley as a garnish.
- Serve with a variety of pretzels and enjoy!
Tips & substitutions
- Feel free to use your favorite cheeses instead of the ones listed. Sharp Cheddar, Colby Jack, or even a spicy Pepper Jack can add a new twist.
- While precooked bacon works well in a pinch, making our Honey Pepper Bacon adds an extra layer of flavor that’s truly the best!
- Pair this dip with a variety of pretzels and other snacks to create a Dip and Pretzel board similar to this Dill Pickle Board.
- For a heartier dip, try adding small slices of cooked sausage in place of bacon, it’s delicious!
- Get a big board for serving!
Serving suggestions
This dip pairs with pretzels, chips and sliders. But you can also pair it with pickles, mixed veggies and even sliced sausage kebabs to create an epic game day board!
Storage
You can store this cheese dip in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days. Make sure to keep it in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Check out these Game Day boards while you’re here
- Epic Ultimate Game Day Board
- Epic Baked Potato Dinner Board
- Grilled Cheese Slider Board
- Hummus & Roasted Veggie Board
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Ranch Beer Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 2 8 oz pkg cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 cup Smoked Gouda cheese, grated (or you can use Sharp Cheddar Cheese)
- 1 cup Pepper Jack cheese, grated
- 1 1 oz pkg dry ranch dressing mix
- ¾ cup cooked chopped bacon, separated
- ½ cup beer, we use a pale, amber beer
- Parsley, for garnish (chopped very very fine)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, 1/2 cup cooked chopped bacon, and ranch seasoning. Using a hand held mixer, mix until combined. It will be thick. Gradually add the beer and mix more.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Scrape into a serving dish or bowl and sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cooked, chopped bacon and finely chopped parsley. Serve with a variety of pretzels.
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