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A creamy dip in a white bowl, topped with fresh herbs and surrounded by golden crackers.

Jarlsberg Cheese Dip

This Jarlsberg Cheese Dip is a creamy, savory appetizer made with shredded Jarlsberg cheese, mayonnaise, red onion, parsley, lemon juice, and simple seasonings.
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Course: Appetizer, Dip
Cuisine: American, Norwegian-Inspired
Keyword: Jarlsberg Cheese Dip
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 cups shredded Jarlsberg cheese
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons whole milk
  • 2 tablespoons red onion diced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 pinch paprika

Instructions

  • Place the shredded Jarlsberg cheese in a medium mixing bowl.
  • Add the mayonnaise and whole milk to the bowl.
  • Add the diced red onion, finely chopped parsley, fresh lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
  • Stir until all ingredients are fully combined and the cheese is evenly coated.
  • Taste the dip and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving dish, if desired.
  • Cover the dip tightly with plastic wrap or a fitted lid.
  • Refrigerate for 1 to 2 hours to allow the flavors to blend.
  • Before serving, stir the dip once more.
  • If the dip has thickened after chilling, add a small amount of milk and stir until the desired consistency is reached.
  • Serve chilled with crackers, pretzels, fresh vegetables, pita chips, or toasted bread.

Notes

To make this Jarlsberg Cheese Dip gluten free, confirm that the Jarlsberg cheese, mayonnaise, whole milk, paprika, salt, black pepper, and any prepared seasonings are labeled gluten free.
Most fresh ingredients, such as red onion, parsley, and lemon juice, are naturally gluten free, but check packaged lemon juice if using bottled.
Serve the dip with certified gluten-free crackers, pretzels, pita chips, bread, or fresh vegetables.
Use clean utensils, a clean mixing bowl, and a separate serving dish to avoid cross-contamination with gluten-containing foods.