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March 7, 2018

Guinness Cheddar Dip

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Guinness Cheddar Dip is like an Irish version of beer cheese and is a terrific last-minute appetizer to make for your St. Patrick’s Day celebration.

soft baked pretzel with Guinness cheddar dip

We are actually hosting a St. Patrick’s Day party for the first time in many years so I need some good Irish(ish) snacks for the festivities. Guinness Cheddar Dip is so fast to mix together. Buy some frozen pretzels or pretzel bites for dipping and you are ready to go.

guinness cheddar dip pictured with a bottle of Guinness

What’s the food that first comes to your mind when thinking of St. Patrick’s Day? I used to think of beer first so it makes sense to want to mix an Irish beer like Guinness into my food for St. Patrick’s Day. I like making Reuben sandwiches for a family dinner if the holiday isn’t on a weekend but I have a great Reuben Dip to try too. I’ve made a really delicious chocolate cake with Guinness before too. You can find that recipe here. 

Guinness cheddar dip pictured in a bowl with soft baked pretzels

Tips for making Guinness Cheddar Dip:

  • Find a good Irish cheddar cheese and shred it yourself – do not use pre-shredded cheddar for this recipe
  • Make this dip in advance and allow it to chill for a couple of hours in the fridge before serving it so the flavors have a chance to blend
  • Pretzels found in the frozen section of your grocery make excellent dippers for this Guinness Cheddar Dip
  • This dip is great for serving at March Madness parties too

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Guinness Cheddar Dip

Guinness Cheddar Dip is like an Irish version of beer cheese and is a terrific last-minute appetizer to make for your St. Patrick's Day celebration.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Irish
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 235kcal

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1/3 cup Guinness beer
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 tsp brown (pub style) mustard
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 6 oz Irish cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup green onions finely chopped
  • 12 small soft pretzels baked from frozen

Instructions

  • With a hand or stand mixer, whip together the softened cream cheese with the Guinness, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic powder and salt until smooth.
  • Add the shredded Irish cheddar cheese and blend on low until combined.
  • Fold in the chopped green onions with a spatula.
  • Place the dip in a bowl and cover. Refrigerate for two hours before serving. 
  • Serve the Guinness cheddar dip with baked soft pretzels.

Nutrition

Calories: 235kcal

More St. Patrick’s Day recipes:

  • Ultimate Reuben Dip
  • Scotch Egg Rolls
  • Irish Colcannon Bombs

 

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  1. Allison Mattina says

    March 07, 2018 at 4:53 pm

    5 stars
    I didn’t think I was hungry until I saw this. Wow, I need to make this pronto!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 07, 2018 at 6:44 pm

      Yes you do!

      Reply
  2. Christina Shoemaker says

    March 07, 2018 at 4:56 pm

    5 stars
    Guinness and two types of cheeses?! YES PLEASE. This sounds awesome!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 07, 2018 at 6:44 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  3. Jacqueline Meldrum says

    March 07, 2018 at 5:20 pm

    5 stars
    I would never have thought of putting beer in a dip. Now I am intrigued.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 07, 2018 at 6:44 pm

      Yep, you should totally try it!

      Reply
  4. Emily Rampton says

    March 07, 2018 at 5:57 pm

    This dip looks so amazing! Seriously perfect timing for a Saint Patrick’s day appetizer!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 07, 2018 at 6:43 pm

      Thanks very much Emily 🙂

      Reply
  5. Kathi says

    March 07, 2018 at 7:14 pm

    This looks so fresh and perfect for St. Patricks day! Your photo’s are fabulous too!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 11, 2018 at 9:51 pm

      Thanks so much Kathi I appreciate the compliment about the pics!

      Reply
  6. Melissa B says

    March 14, 2018 at 3:15 pm

    5 stars
    I was looking for some Irish themed appetizers for a party I’m going to on St Patrick’s Day and this looks so easy and sounds amazing! My local Grocery Store has pretzel balls that you can buy and bake, so that will be a perfect accompaniment!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 14, 2018 at 10:48 pm

      So glad to hear this. I was actually looking for pretzel bites (I had seen them at my store before) but of course the day I went to make this for photographing all I could find were the full-sized pretzels. I hope you like it. Come back and let us know what you think!

      Reply
  7. Tracy | Baking Mischief says

    March 15, 2018 at 4:11 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds so good. I love soft pretzels with cheese dip, and adding Guinness!? Even better!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 16, 2018 at 11:03 am

      Exactly! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Emily says

    March 15, 2018 at 5:17 pm

    5 stars
    Totally pinning this appetizer! It looks delish and perfect for St. Paddy’s Day!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 16, 2018 at 11:03 am

      Thank you for the pin!

      Reply
  9. Traci says

    March 15, 2018 at 5:45 pm

    5 stars
    Omgosh stahhhhp it…I nothing but WANT this in my face right now. I love the ingredient lineup and it reminds me of a cheese dip I make…only without the Guinness, which is clearly making your dip a WINNER! Pinning for later…just YUMMM!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 16, 2018 at 11:02 am

      Glad you like it – thanks so much Traci!

      Reply
  10. Ann says

    March 15, 2018 at 7:34 pm

    5 stars
    What an awesome alternative to plain ol chips and dip! Love beer and cheddar together so this can only be good!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 16, 2018 at 11:02 am

      It’s so good. The hot pretzels really make this dip extra special.

      Reply
  11. Marli says

    March 17, 2018 at 6:43 pm

    4 stars
    Great recipe for a St. Patrick’s Day party! I’d add 1/2 the suggested salt and Worcestershire sauce next time, as it’s a bit too salty for my liking, especially with crackers.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 19, 2018 at 9:32 pm

      Good point on less salt with crackers – the Rye bread I toasted didn’t have any salt. Thank you for the feedback!

      Reply
  12. TC says

    March 13, 2019 at 12:09 am

    Question: I am interested in making this for a party I’m hosting this weekend (St. Paddy’s themed, ’tis the season!) Realizing that the bailey’s curdles when dropped into Guinness in an Irish Car Bomb, I’m curious if the same curdling reaction happens when the Guinness is added to the dairy in this recipe?

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 17, 2019 at 2:03 pm

      So sorry for the late reply. No, there is no curdling here. Not sure of the science behind the difference LOL

      Reply
  13. Angela says

    March 09, 2020 at 3:13 pm

    5 stars
    I MUST try this! I love the idea of Guinness in this dip.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 09, 2020 at 6:05 pm

      Come back and let us know what you think.

      Reply
  14. Anita says

    March 09, 2020 at 3:27 pm

    5 stars
    What a fun new way to prepare dip. It’s the first time we add beer in a dip and it won’t be the last.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 09, 2020 at 6:05 pm

      Glad to hear it!

      Reply
  15. Courtney | Love & Good Stuff says

    March 09, 2020 at 3:36 pm

    5 stars
    Pretzels, cheese and Guinness?! This dip has my name written all over it. Can’t wait to try this one!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 09, 2020 at 6:05 pm

      Yep, it’s hard to resist.

      Reply
  16. SHANIKA says

    March 09, 2020 at 3:44 pm

    5 stars
    Now this is a delicious dip just in time for the Spring/Summer! I love how easy it is to make!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 09, 2020 at 6:04 pm

      Thank you Shanika.

      Reply
  17. Carrie Robinson says

    March 09, 2020 at 4:15 pm

    5 stars
    This would be so perfect for St. Patrick’s Day entertaining! Looks delicious. 🙂

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 09, 2020 at 6:04 pm

      It is. Your guests will love it.

      Reply
  18. Jaymie says

    March 16, 2021 at 7:15 pm

    5 stars
    Just made this for St Patrick’s tomorrow with my boyfriend. We love beer cheese and normally make a regular cheddar beer cheese dip that’s served hot. This tastes so good!!!! I just took a sneak bite!! Can’t wait for him to try it!!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 18, 2021 at 10:23 am

      Love hearing this. Thanks for taking the time to rate and comment!

      Reply
  19. Kathleen says

    March 15, 2022 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    Tastes great! Can’t wait to share with family on St Patrick’s Day. I do have a question. Why does dip in your photos look pure white? Mine is definitely a little tan color…expected with the Guinness and Worstershire.

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 16, 2022 at 5:39 pm

      Photo editing 🙂 I needed to lighten up the photos and in the process it made the dip appear whiter than it actually is. I’m glad you like the taste!!

      Reply
  20. Karen says

    March 16, 2022 at 5:31 pm

    5 stars
    I rarely review recipes, because I always end up changing them, lol. Not this one! Oh my gosh, so good!!! I made it exactly as written except I used a food processor. My little handheld mixer just wasn’t up to the job. Great recipe!

    Reply
    • foodtasticmom says

      March 16, 2022 at 5:34 pm

      What a nice comment! I appreciate you taking the time to rate my recipe. I’m happy you enjoyed it. Thank you!

      Reply

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