Description
Reuben Dip brings classic New York deli flavors into a creamy, irresistible appetizer that blends corned beef, Swiss cheese, and tangy sauerkraut. Warm, gooey goodness perfect for game day or casual gatherings will make you the star of any party.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 6 ounces (170 grams) deli corned beef (chopped)
Cheeses:
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) Swiss cheese (shredded)
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) sour cream
Additional Ingredients:
- 2/3 cup (160 milliliters) sauerkraut (drained)
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) Thousand Island dressing
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 400F (200C) and lightly coat an 8×8-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whisk cream cheese, sour cream, and Thousand Island dressing until the mixture achieves a silky, uniform consistency.
- Incorporate chopped corned beef, thoroughly drained sauerkraut, and shredded Swiss cheese into the creamy base, stirring until ingredients are evenly distributed throughout.
- Transfer the blended mixture to the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top to create an even layer.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, watching for a golden, bubbling surface that indicates the dip is thoroughly heated.
- Once baked, carefully remove from the oven and allow the dip to rest for 3-5 minutes, enabling it to slightly cool and set before serving alongside crisp rye chips, assorted crackers, or fresh vegetable crudités.
Notes
- Swap corned beef with pastrami for a bolder flavor punch that elevates the traditional Reuben taste profile.
- Drain sauerkraut thoroughly to prevent excess liquid from making the dip watery and losing its creamy consistency.
- For a lighter version, substitute full-fat cream cheese with reduced-fat or Greek yogurt cream cheese without compromising rich texture.
- Sprinkle extra Swiss cheese on top during last 5 minutes of baking to create a golden, crispy cheese crust that adds delightful crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 270 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 11 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 12 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg