Obatzda Beer Cheese

Prep Time 30 mins
Rest Time 15 mins
Total Time 45 mins
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Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 8
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year
Dietary: Nut Free, Vegetarian
Description

A classic German beer cheese dip with carraway, paprika, and camembert, perfect for serving alongside crackers and pretzels.

Ingredients
  • 8 oz camembert cheese, or brie
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 1/3 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 1/2 tsp sweet paprika
  • 2 tsp caraway seeds
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 cup beer (Oktoberfest style Marzen preferred)
Instructions
  1. 1

    Cut the 8 oz Camembert, 8 oz cream cheese, and ⅓ cup butter into 1 inch cubes and place into a mixing bowl. Cover with a towel and let come to room temperature.

  2. 2

    Once room temperature and soft, use a spatula to combine the Camembert, cream cheese, and butter into equally distributed.

  3. 3

    Add 2 ½ teaspoons sweet paprika, 2 teaspoons caraway seeds, and 1 teaspoon onion powder.  Mix until everything is combined.

  4. 4

    Add ¼ cup of beer, using a spoon or spatula to mix together.

  5. 5

    Chill until ready to serve, setting out 15 minutes before to soften slightly. Serve with pretzels, crackers, and radishes.

Read it online: https://lauralovestocook.com/recipes/obatzda-beer-cheese/