Beer Cheese Pretzel and Dip

My best friend shared this recipe with me, and we are SO SICK of making it -- but it's always requested at our parties! We have made the pretzel in various shapes, depending on the occasion (e.g., hearts, sorority letters, etc.). The pretzel may be partially baked ahead of time and frozen. The dip may also be prepared in advance.

• Preparation Time: 30 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 195 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoons kosher salt
• ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 ¼ cups beer
• 1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese, cubed
• 1 (16 ounce) package hot bread roll mix with yeast
• 1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, diced and softened
• ½ cup beer, room temperature

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, mix the hot bread roll mix with yeast and Cheddar cheese.

Step 3

In a microwave or small saucepan, heat the beer to almost boiling. Stir beer and egg into the flour mixture and knead 5 minutes. Allow the dough to rest 5 minutes, then roll into desired shape. Sprinkle with kosher salt.

Step 4

Bake 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.

Step 5

In a food processor, blend the cream cheese, processed cheese, garlic powder and room temperature beer. Refrigerate until serving with the baked dough.