Jul 14 2026

Obatzda Recipe

Time40m
Serves4

A soft and creamy beer cheese spread made with Camembert cheese, onions, and paprika. Served cold with a house-made Bavarian pretzel.

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Ingredients

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Ingredients

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare the cheeses

    In a mixing bowl, use a fork to mash the Camembert cheese and cream cheese together until smooth and creamy.

  2. 2

    Add the onions and spices

    Add the finely chopped onion, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the cheese mixture. Mix well to combine.

  3. 3

    Incorporate chives and beer

    Fold in the chopped chives and beer into the cheese mixture until evenly distributed.

  4. 4

    Chill and serve

    Transfer the Obatzda to a serving bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold with Bavarian pretzels.

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