Description
Creamy Reuben Dip nestled in a rustic rye bread bowl brings classic deli flavors to life with a playful twist. Corned beef, sauerkraut, and Swiss cheese meld into an irresistible appetizer you’ll want to scoop up with crusty bread edges.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup chopped corned beef
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 cup sauerkraut, well-drained and patted dry
Dairy and Dressing Ingredients:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup Thousand Island dressing
Bread Container:
- 1 round loaf of rye bread (for the bread bowl)
Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped fresh parsley or caraway seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 375F (190C), creating the ideal temperature for a perfectly baked and bubbling dip.
- Transform the rye bread loaf into an edible serving vessel by carving a central cavity, preserving a sturdy one-inch border. Reserve the extracted bread pieces for complementary dipping or crunchy garnish.
- Craft the creamy mixture by whisking together softened cream cheese, sour cream, grated Swiss cheese, finely chopped corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, zesty Thousand Island dressing, aromatic garlic powder, savory onion powder, and a balanced seasoning of salt and pepper until achieving a uniform, velvety consistency.
- Nestle the meticulously blended dip into the prepared bread bowl, positioning it on a baking sheet to capture potential overflow. Allow the creation to bake approximately 25-30 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden and the interior becomes irresistibly hot and effervescent.
- After removing from the oven, permit a brief cooling interlude to stabilize the dip’s temperature. Serve immediately, encouraging guests to scoop the rich, melted concoction using the reserved bread chunks or crisp vegetable accompaniments.
Notes
- Customize the dip’s texture by adjusting the amount of sour cream and cream cheese for a smoother or thicker consistency.
- Swap corned beef with pastrami or smoked turkey for a different protein variation that maintains the classic Reuben flavor profile.
- Choose a dense, sturdy rye bread to prevent the bread bowl from becoming soggy during baking, ensuring a crispy exterior and perfect serving vessel.
- Reduce the sodium content by using low-sodium corned beef and rinsing the sauerkraut before adding it to the dip mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg