15 Pretzel Dip Recipes Ideal for Dunking (2024)

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15 Pretzel Dip Recipes Ideal for Dunking (1)Katie BandurskiUpdated: Apr. 11, 2023

    Take snack time to the next level with these delicious pretzel dip recipes. We have ideas for obatzda, mustard dip, beer cheese and so much more.

    Slow-Cooker Bacon Cheddar Beer Dip

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    My tangy, smoky dip won the top prize in our office party recipe contest. Use your favorite beer or ale, but you should steer clear of dark varieties. —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin

    Obatzda (German Cheese Dip)

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    Obatzda, otherwise known as German beer cheese dip, is so delicious and creamy. It’s the perfect dip to make the night before a get-together. —Beate Trinkl, Einsbach, Germany

    Psst! This dip pairs perfectly with our chewy soft pretzels recipe.

    Mustard Pretzel Dip

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    This flavorful dip is addictive, so be careful! It’s also delicious served with pita chips, crackers and fresh veggies.—Iola Egle, Bella Vista, Arkansas

    Spicy Honey Sriracha Game Day Dip

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    You can easily whip up this creamy, spicy and salty dip. I love dips for parties in the slow cooker—just turn the slow cooker to low once it is cooked and let your guests help themselves. No need to worry about the dip getting cold and having to reheat it. —Julie Peterson, Crofton, Maryland

    Dill Pickle Dip

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    My love for pickles led me to create this Dill Pickle Dip. It’s so easy to whip together. But be warned, it’s addicting! —April Anderson, Forest Lake, Minnesota

    Cider Cheese Fondue

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    Cheese lovers are sure to enjoy dipping into this creamy quick-to-fix fondue cheese dip that has just a hint of apple. You can also serve this appetizer with pear wedges. —Kim Marie Van Rheenen, Mendota, Illinois

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    Whenever I go to an event, I’m always asked to bring this hot dip. Five types of cheese make it a standout and oh-so delicious. I love its party-ready convenience— I serve it straight from the slow cooker, so set-up and clean-up are a breeze! —Noelle Myers, Grand Forks, North Dakota

    Five-Cheese Fonduta

    If five cheese fonduta isn’t one of the most mouthwatering foods of all time, I don’t know what is! Swap out any cheeses you don’t like for your favorites. —Cheri Gilmore, Festus, Missouri

    Dijon-Bacon Dip for Pretzels

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    With just four ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry or fridge, this quick appetizer comes together in a snap. If you like the zip of horseradish, start with a teaspoon or two and add more to taste. —Isabelle Rooney, Summerville, South Carolina

    Cranberry and Bacon Swiss Cheese Dip

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    This warm, rich and creamy Swiss cheese dip is guaranteed to please family and friends alike. Served with thin, crunchy slices of French bread, it makes the perfect appetizer—especially since it can be prepared ahead, put in the fridge, and then baked just before you want to serve it. —Jeanne Holt, Mendota Heights, Minnesota

    Beer Dip

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    Ranch dressing mix flavors this easy dip packed with shredded cheese. It’s perfect paired with pretzels. Be forewarned, though—it’s hard to stop eating once you’ve started! The beer cheese dip can be made with any type of beer, including nonalcoholic. I’ve taken it to many parties and I am always asked for the recipe. —Michelle Long, New Castle, Colorado

    Warm Feta Cheese Dip

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    We’re big on appetizers, so this dip is a mashup of our favorite tastes, like cream cheese, feta, basil and sweet peppers. Serve with bread or chips. —Ashley Lecker, Green Bay, Wisconsin

    Baked Onion Dip

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    Some people like this cheesy dip so much that they can’t tear themselves away from the appetizer table to eat their dinner. But can you blame them? With two kinds of cheese and sweet onions in the mix, this ultra creamy dip is unforgettable. —Mona Zignego, Hartford, Wisconsin

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    Taste of Home

    This great-tasting beer cheese fondue is my mom’s favorite, so I make it for her birthday every year. I like to serve this cheddar cheese fondue recipe with apple slices, rye bread cubes and chunks of carrots, mushrooms, celery, zucchini, squash and broccoli. —Amanda Wentz, Virginia Beach, Virginia

    Hamburger Dip

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    This is hands-down the easiest dip to make, and I never have leftovers. We have used venison in place of hamburger, as well as half hamburger and half spicy sausage. Everyone enjoys this wonderful dip! —Mary Kidder, Nappanee, Indiana

    Originally Published: August 28, 2021

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    Katie Bandurski

    As Senior Shopping Editor, Katie connects Taste of Home readers with the best gifts, deals and home products on the market. An avid foodie and a holiday enthusiast, Katie is an expert at cultivating meaningful moments.When she’s out of the office, you’ll find her exploring Wisconsin, trying out new vegetarian recipes and watching Christmas movies.

    15 Pretzel Dip Recipes Ideal for Dunking (2024)

    FAQs

    What is the best dip for pretzels? ›

    What pairs well with soft pretzels?
    • Mustard: yellow, honey, dijon, or whole grain.
    • Beer cheese dip.
    • Warm marinara sauce.
    • Garlic aioli.
    • Ranch dressing.
    • Hummus.
    • Spicy sriracha mayo.
    • Cream cheese and chives dip.

    What do you dunk pretzels in? ›

    The Best Dips for Your Pretzels
    • Cheese. The most common dip you find with pretzels are cheese dips. ...
    • Mustard. If you want to embrace the pretzel's German roots, go with a mustard dip! ...
    • Chocolate. Pretzels' saltiness makes them a great partner for sweeter dips. ...
    • Spinach and artichoke.
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    How to make pretzels saltier? ›

    Lightly spray (mist) the tops of the pretzels with cool water from a distance of at least at least 18”. You don't want to soak the skin, just moisten it. LIGHTLY Sprinkle the Pretzel Salt provided to have a small amount on each pretzel.

    How do you get salt to stick to pretzel bites? ›

    A: Simple. Wet your fingers and moisten the surface of the pretzel. Sprinkle salt immediately and it will stick. I put mine in a 375 degree oven for 6 to 8 minutes.

    What does Auntie Anne's dip pretzels in? ›

    Choices include Cheese, Hot Salsa Cheese, Sweet Glaze, Caramel, Honey Mustard, Marinara, and Light Cream Cheese.

    What is the traditional dipping liquid for pretzels? ›

    Lye is primarily used to make pretzels, and it's the reason for their unmistakable shiny, mahogany color. To prepare, shaped pretzels are dipped in a lye bath, then baked in the oven.

    What chemical do you dip pretzels in? ›

    Most bakers use food-grade lye, which is the chemical equivalent of drain cleaner, but is produced and packaged in a clean, regulated way. Since the lye dip is heavily diluted and the pretzel is baked after dipping, it won't kill you.

    How do you do the pretzel dip position? ›

    In the pretzel, one partner lies on their side. Facing them, the other partner straddles their bottom leg, keeping their torso upright. The person on bottom bends the knee of the top leg. The person on top thrusts into the person on bottom, controlling the depth and tempo.

    What is the secret ingredient which makes a pretzel taste like a pretzel? ›

    The answer lies in a brief dip in an alkaline water bath before baking. This bath essentially gelatinizes the outside of the pretzel, preventing it from fully “springing” during baking (as bread does) and giving pretzels their signature chewy crust. It also gives them their unique and indelible “pretzel” flavor.

    What salt is best for pretzels? ›

    Ideally, you would use pretzel salt when making pretzels. But this type of salt is not always easy to find in the store. That's why many people turn to kosher salt instead. And indeed, these two types of salt have a lot in common.

    Why do you dip pretzels in baking soda water before baking? ›

    Like lye, baking soda is an alkaline substance, and when mixed with water and brushed over the pretzel dough, it changes the pH of the dough and gelates the surface starch. In the oven, the starch gel hardens and the alkaline baking soda makes browning happen fast.

    What are pretzels traditionally eaten with? ›

    Salt is the most common seasoning, or topping, for pretzels, complementing the washing soda or lye treatment that gives pretzels their traditional skin and flavor acquired through the Maillard reaction. Other toppings are mustard, cheeses, sugar, chocolate, cinnamon, sweet glazing, seeds, and nuts.

    Do people dip pretzels in ranch? ›

    From ranch dip to onion dip to a vegan queso that will make you reevaluate the virtues of dairy-free cheese, these are the best dips for pretzels.

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