Savory Pretzel Dip (Printable Version)
Creamy cheddar and mustard dip with garlic, perfect for soft pretzels and party snacks.
# What You Need:
→ 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 - Combine softened cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and sour cream in a medium mixing bowl. Mix until smooth and creamy.
02 - Add Dijon mustard, mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Stir until fully incorporated.
03 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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 Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in literally fifteen minutes but tastes like something you fussed over for an hour
- The sharp cheddar and tangy mustard combination is somehow perfect with pretzels, crackers, or just a spoon
02 -
- Cold dip straight from the refrigerator never tastes quite as vibrant as room temperature so let it sit out for ten minutes before serving
- Using a hand mixer for thirty seconds at the beginning transforms the texture from okay to restaurant quality smooth
03 -
- Grate your own cheese instead of buying the pre shredded bags because the anti caking agents prevent that perfectly smooth texture
- Use a hand mixer for just thirty seconds at the beginning and watch the texture transform from homemade to professional