Lighter Bavarian Oktoberfest Obatzda (German Cheese Dip)
Obatzda „Oh-buts-duh“ is a Bavarian staple Cheese dip. And since it is October, nothing would beat it for getting into the festive Oktoberfest spirit.
It is an easy and quick cheesy dip that makes the perfect snack or appetizer. The main ingredients of this Bavarian delicacy are Camembert, spreadable cheese, butter and spices. The dip gets its salmon color from the sweet paprika.
Using few swaps, I prepared a lighter version that can be enjoyed moderately.
Lighter Bavarian Obatzda (German Cheese Dip)
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 140kcal
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.
- Start by removing the rind and cutting the Camembert or Brie cheese into thin slices.
- Add the Camembert pieces into a bowl.Add the spreadable cheese wedges and butter into it. Use a fork to mix.
- 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.
- For the best taste, cover and refrigerate for few hours before serving.
- Just before serving, fold the diced onion and chopped chives into the spread, and mix until well incorporated.
- For a festive appearance, scoop Obatzda on a wooden board and serve with sliced onions, radishes, Crackers and pretzels.
