This cheesy dip is made for our Pretzel Bites, but you can also serve this with store-bought pretzels, your favorite kind of crackers, or a platter of crudités.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes about 2½ cups
Ingredients
8
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¼
1
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¼
Preparation
Step 1
Blend cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, garlic, paprika, and ¼ tsp. cayenne in a food processor until smooth, 3–4 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl; season with more cayenne.
Step 2
Do Ahead: Cheese spread can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill.
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TigerMO
Missouri, USA
12/27/2020
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Hope
Brooklyn
12/27/2020
I have made this for many events and it's fabulous every time. It's so easy! I typically add more garlic for extra zing (having dragon breath for the rest of the evening is worth it). It's great on everything: crackers, bread, soft pretzels, raw vegetables - I have one friend who will even add a little to her scrambled eggs. Suggestion: if you make it ahead of time and store it in the fridge I recommend letting it sit out a bit before so it softens up and is more easily spread/dipped.
Anonymous
Austin, Tx
4/30/2020
I found this too be a bit too thick to be considered a dip. However, it is the perfect consistency to spread on a hearty bread (I spread mine on pretzel focaccia). You can definitely up the amount of cayenne if you want any spice at all.
Anonymous
Ohio, USA
4/7/2020