Obatzda: Bavarian Cheese Dip
A creamy, tangy Bavarian cheese spread made with soft cheese, butter, and paprika. Served warm with pretzels and fresh vegetables for dipping.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 14g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Chop the cheese into small cubes and transfer to a mixing bowl.
Step 2
Add softened butter to the cheese and mash together with a fork until combined.
Step 3
Stir in minced onion, caraway seeds, paprika, and mustard until evenly distributed.
Step 4
Taste and adjust salt and pepper. The texture should be creamy and spreadable.
Step 5
Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve at room temperature with pretzels and fresh vegetables.
Tools you’ll need
- mixing bowl
- fork
- knife
- serving bowl
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