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Jalapeno Popper Beer Cheese Dip

Ingredients
  

  • 2 8 oz packages of cream cheese
  • ¾ cup IPA beer
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 large jalapeno seeded and chopped
  • 4 strips bacon cooked and chopped
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • chopped chives for serving

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Add the cream cheese, beer, cornstarch, mozzarella, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and chili powder to a blender or food processor, blend until smooth.
  • Add the chopped bacon and jalapeno, pulse a few times to combine.
  • Add to an oven safe serving bowl. Toss the panko in melted butter.
  • Spread the panko evenly over the top of the dip. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the panko has browned.
  • Serve warm with chips or crackers.