Savory Pretzel Dip (Print Version)
Creamy cheddar and mustard dip with garlic, perfect for pretzels and parties.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Dairy
01 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
03 - 2 tablespoons sour cream
→ Condiments & Spices
04 - 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
06 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
09 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
10 - ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tablespoons chopped chives or green onions
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add the Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir until fully incorporated.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
04 - Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions. Serve immediately with warm soft pretzels, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving if chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in literally fifteen minutes with ingredients you probably have in the fridge right now
- The flavor is somehow rich and creamy while still being bright enough that you want to keep dipping just one more pretzel
02 -
- Cold dip straight from the fridge never tastes as vibrant as dip thats had ten minutes to hang out at room temperature
- Using freshly grated cheese instead of the bagged stuff prevents that weird grainy texture some cheese dips get
03 -
- If the dip is too thick, stir in a teaspoon of milk at a time until it reaches your desired consistency
- Room temperature ingredients blend together so much faster, so plan ahead and take everything out of the fridge at once