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Bavarian Cheese Dip Obatzda Recipe

Indulge in the creamy, dreamy delight of Obatzda, a traditional Bavarian cheese dip! This irresistible spread of soft cheeses, beer, and spices is the perfect appetizer or snack to pair with crusty bread and crisp vegetables. Simple to make, yet bursting with authentic Bavarian flavor, this recipe is your ticket to a taste of Germany. Chill and meld flavors for a truly unforgettable experience.

Prep Time 25 mins
Cook Time 135 mins
Calories 727 kcal
Protein 57g
Rating 4.4 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Bavarian Cheese Dip Obatzda

  • 4 ounces Brie Cheese
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Ale
  • 1 clove minced Roasted Garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Caraway Seed
  • 1/2 teaspoon Sweet Paprika
  • Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper, to taste
  • Spanish Onion, for garnish (optional alternative to Vidalia)
  • French Bread, sliced into 1/4-inch thick slices, for dipping
  • 1/2 small Red Onion, finely diced
  • Radish, thinly sliced for topping
  • Assorted fresh-cut Vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, celery), for serving
  • Olives, for serving
  • Camembert Cheese (alternative to Brie)
  • Beer (alternative to Ale)
  • German Bread (alternative to French Bread), sliced into 1/4-inch thick slices, for dipping
  • Vidalia Onion, thinly sliced for topping

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How to Make Bavarian Cheese Dip Obatzda

  1. Place 4 ounces of brie or camembert cheese in a medium bowl.
  2. Add 4 ounces of cream cheese, 2 tablespoons of butter, 2 tablespoons of ale (or beer), 1 clove minced garlic, and 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds.
  3. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Beat well with a fork or whisk until smooth and creamy.
  5. Finely dice 1/2 small red onion. Rinse the diced onion under cold water in a strainer.
  6. Drain the onion and wrap in a clean kitchen towel, squeezing out excess moisture.
  7. Gently fold the squeezed onion into the cheese mixture.
  8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 4 days) to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. While the dip chills, prepare your accompaniments: Slice French or German bread into 1/4-inch thick slices.
  10. To serve, arrange the Obatzda in a serving bowl. Top with thinly sliced vidalia onion and radish.
  11. Surround the dip with an array of fresh-cut vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, carrots, celery) and olives.
  12. Serve with the sliced bread for dipping.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

55 g

Sugar

19g

Fat

93g

Carbs

25g

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