Savory Pretzel Dip (Printable View)
Creamy, tangy cheddar dip with Dijon mustard and garlic, perfect for pairing with warm soft pretzels.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dairy
01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 4 oz sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
03 - 2 tbsp sour cream
→ Condiments & Spices
04 - 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
05 - 1 tbsp mayonnaise
06 - 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
07 - 1 tsp garlic powder
08 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
09 - ¼ tsp black pepper
10 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
→ Garnish
11 - 2 tbsp chopped chives or green onions
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, shredded sharp cheddar, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy using a spatula or hand mixer.
02 - Add Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir until fully incorporated and no lumps remain.
03 - Taste the mixture and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more pepper or cayenne for additional heat.
04 - Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chopped chives or green onions. Serve immediately with warm soft pretzels, or cover and refrigerate. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before serving if chilled.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It comes together in literally fifteen minutes but tastes like something you spent all afternoon perfecting
- The dip actually improves the pretzel experience instead of just being an afterthought
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- Room temperature ingredients mix together in seconds while cold cream cheese will fight you and leave weird chunks
- A hand mixer creates restaurant smoothness but do not overmix or the cheese will separate slightly
03 -
- Hand shred your cheese instead of buying pre shredded bags because the anti caking coating on pre shredded cheese makes the dip slightly grainy
- The Worcestershire sauce is non negotiable even if you do not think you like it, it provides this essential umami base that makes the dip addictive