Jarlsberg Cheese Dip

Here is a no-fuss Jarlsberg cheese dip! This quick-to-assemble cheese dip is a must for game-day entertaining or weeknight snacking. It is made with simple ingredients, and the Jarlsberg cheese is the stand-out flavor. 

This creamy cheese dip is great served with your favorite crackers, crisp veggies, baguettes, pretzels, and other popular dippers. The best part is this is a party appetizer that is ready in just 10 minutes. 

If you love cheese, then you will want to try out my French onion cheeseball. It makes a gorgeous appetizer to serve up to your family and friends. 

Another favorite appetizer is this Pimento Cheese Crostini – there’s never any leftovers when we serve this one! We often have a delicious Gin Gimlet alongside, or we make one of these big batch Pitcher cocktails when we have guests.

Why You’ll Love this Jarlsberg Cheese Dip

• Rich and creamy, that is satisfying! 
• Jarlsberg has a mild, nutty, tangy flavor, similar to Swiss cheese. 
• Versatile in how you serve up your cheese spread. 
• You can make this ahead of time and keep in the fridge until it is ready to serve. 
• It is very easy to customize this cheese spread. 

Ingredients For Jarlsberg Cheese Spread

• Mayonnaise—Mayonnaise will give you that ultra-creamy spread you are looking for. It will also act as the binder to hold all the ingredients together. 
• Pickle juice—A splash adds a nice acidic flavor to the mixture, offering a zesty kick.
• Milk—I used regular milk, but you will find that whole milk offers a richer flavor. 
• Red onion, chopped – Finely chopped red onion to add a sharp and crunch to the dip. 
• Fresh chives—Chives add a burst of green to the dip, enhancing the look and flavor. They have a subtle onion flavor. 
• Shredded Jarlsberg cheese—Grate your cheese and use it to blend all the ingredients, creating a buttery, tangy, nutty, and savory cheese flavor. 

 

How to Make Jarslberg Dip

In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, pickle juice and milk. Whisk until smooth. Add in the chopped onion, chives and shredded cheese. Toss to coat.

It can be served immediately or refrigerated until ready to serve.

Serve with an assortment of crackers and garnish with additional chopped chives, if desired.

FAQs

Can I Use a Different Type of Cheese?

If you want to use a different type of cheese, you can substitute Swiss or Gouda. They have similar flavor profiles, so you will get a similar result. 

Can I Make the Spread Lighter?

To make a lighter spread, you can use plain Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise or light mayonnaise. This will help reduce the calories and make it a lighter dip. 

What Type of Pickles Work Best for the Pickle Juice?

Reach for dill or kosher pickles to give the dip a tangy flavor. You can also use bread and butter or sweet pickles. 

What other recipes use Jarlsberg Cheese?

If you are a pasta lover, you will want to check out this Pasta with Jarlsberg Cheese and White Wine.

Popular Variations and Substitutions

• Mix in chopped crispy bacon or real bacon bits. This will add a yummy smoky flavor. 
• Finely chop jalapenos to mix in the dip. It will add some spice to the recipe. 
• Red pepper flakes or even hot sauce can add some heat. 
• Use fresh herbs like dill, parsley, or thyme for added color. 
• Diced pimento can be added for flavor. 

Storing Leftovers 

Refrigerate the cheese dip in an airtight container for 3-4 days. This will keep it fresh. Stir it just before you serve it. You can make this up to a day ahead of time. 

You do not want to freeze the dip as it will become grainy and not thaw.