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Lighter Bavarian Obatzda (German Cheese Dip)

Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine German
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 people
Calories 140kcal
Author Maria

Ingredients

  • 100 g Light Camembert or Brie cheese ripe
  • 50 g Light spreadable cheese wedges
  • 15 g Butter
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • ½ tsp Caraway seeds ground
  • Salt
  • Pepper
  • 1 Onion diced
  • Chives finely chopped

Instructions

  • Prepare your ingredients.
    Make sure to bring the Camembert and spreadable cheese to room temperature before starting.
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  • Start by removing the rind and cutting the Camembert or Brie cheese into thin slices.
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  • Add the Camembert pieces into a bowl.
    Add the spreadable cheese wedges and butter into it. Use a fork to mix.
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  • Add the paprika, caraway, salt and pepper and mix again.
    For a smoother spread, use a blender to mix the ingredients well.
    If your you find that your Camembert is not ripe enough and the spread is too thick, you can either add wheat beer, non-alcoholic beer or milk.
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  • For the best taste, cover and refrigerate for few hours before serving.
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  • Just before serving, fold the diced onion and chopped chives into the spread, and mix until well incorporated.
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  • For a festive appearance, scoop Obatzda on a wooden board and serve with sliced onions, radishes, Crackers and pretzels.
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