This Reuben dip is a hot cheesy dip made with the classic sandwich ingredients including corned beef, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing. A unique and unexpected party offering that always gets rave reviews!
I like to serve a variety of dips when I have people over, I often make queso dip, chicken Alfredo dip, and this irresistible Reuben dip. It’s super creamy and full of savory flavors.
I’m always looking for new and exciting ways to turn classic recipes into hot, cheesy dips. This Reuben dip has been a huge hit with my family and friends, and it takes just 5 minutes to put together! You can even make this dip in advance before your next gathering.
Serve this dip with some of my favorite appetizer recipes like baked chicken wings, spinach artichoke dip and cowboy caviar. This dip is also fantastic for St. Patrick’s day with some other party favorites like an Irish mule, a shamrock shake and Irish soda bread.
Reuben Dip Ingredients
To make Reuben dip you will need cream cheese, corned beef, Swiss cheese, sour cream, sauerkraut, Thousand Island dressing and parsley.
How Do You Make Reuben Dip?
When you make this Reuben dip recipe start by placing softened cream cheese, cooked and diced corned beef, shredded Swiss cheese, sour cream, sauerkraut, and Thousand Island dressing in a large bowl. Mix everything together. Spread the mixture into a prepared baking dish or skillet. Sprinkle a layer of Swiss cheese over the top. Bake the dip until browned and bubbly. Add a sprinkling of parsley and enjoy!
Tips For The Perfect Dip
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you mix up your dip. If the cream cheese is too cold, the corned beef will break up into tiny pieces as you mix everything together.
- I think this Reuben dip tastes best with larger pieces of corned beef!
- I like to use freshly grated cheese for this dip. It’s a little more work, but the bagged pre-shredded cheeses are often coated with stabilizing agents and they don’t melt nearly as well.
- I typically use bottled Thousand Island dressing, but you can make your own if you prefer.
Quick Tip
You can use cubed corned beef or deli style sliced corned beef for this dip, whichever is easiest for you to find! I used leftover corned beef from a previous night’s dinner.
Recipe FAQs
A Reuben sandwich is a classic American dish made with corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut and Thousand Island or Russian dressing. The sandwich is served on rye bread and is typically grilled until hot and melted. This dip combines all of the sandwich components for a fun snack option.
This hot Reuben dip can be assembled up to one day before you plan to serve it. Simply cover and store in the fridge until you’re ready to bake it. You may need to add a few more minutes onto the baking time to compensate for starting with a cold dip.
You can keep Reuben dip fresh in an airtight container in a refrigerator up to 3 days.
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What To Serve With Reuben Dip
There are so many different dippers that pair well with the flavors of a Reuben dip. I typically offer up multiple dippers to give my guests plenty of options.
- Rye Bread
- Pumpernickel Bread
- Baguette Crisps
- Breadsticks
- Pretzel Chips
- Crackers
- Carrots
- Celery Sticks
- Cucumbers
- Rye Chips
Flavor Variations
While this hot dip is creamy and delicious as-is, you can modify the recipe to suit you own taste.
- Mayo: You can use mayonnaise instead of sour cream if you prefer.
- Meat: You can make this dip with cooked and diced chicken, ham, beef brisket, pastrami, sausage or even bacon.
- Spicy: You can bring the heat by adding some hot sauce to the dip.
- Cheese: You can try mild cheeses that melt well like Monterey Jack cheese or cheddar cheese or make a blend of cheeses.
Once your party guests get a taste of this hot and cheesy dip, they’ll be begging you for the recipe! Reuben dip is perfect for game day, parties, or even just for a hearty snack.
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Reuben Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 1/2 cups corned beef diced or chopped
- 1 1/2 cups Swiss cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup sauerkraut drained
- 1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Coat a small baking dish or skillet with cooking spray.
- Place the cream cheese, corned beef, 3/4 cup Swiss cheese, sour cream, sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing in a bowl. Stir gently until blended.
- Spread the cream cheese mixture into an even layer in your prepared dish. Top with remaining 3/4 cup of cheese.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until cheese is browned and dip is bubbling. Top with parsley, then serve.
Notes
- Make sure your cream cheese is at room temperature before you mix up your dip.
- You can use cubed corned beef or deli style sliced corned beef for this dip, whichever is easiest for you to find!
- I like to use freshly grated cheese for this dip. It’s a little more work, but the bagged pre-shredded cheeses are often coated with stabilizing agents and they don’t melt nearly as well.
So cheesy and wonderful! Great fun recipe.
I did not make this, but I know my family would love this because we love Reuben sandwiches. I would love to make this for Christmas this year. A question was asked if this could be done in a crock pot. You answered yes, What size crock pot and how long do you cook it for. Also can I buy corn beef at the deli and get then to just slice me a big piece and then dice or chop. I had to give it 5 stars because I know it is going to be great. All your recipes are.
Without a doubt the best dip ever. The comments from everyone was incredible. Now required at every party.
Everyone was looking for mustard. Be sure to serve with mustard on the side.
Great recipe
Could I make this in a crockpot?
Yes that should work!
I don’t eat beef, would cubed turkey breast work? It sounds amazing 🙂
That would be fine!
This Reuben dip is seriously making me hungry!
Now THIS is a great idea for a dip! Very unique and definitely a delicious combination of flavors.
Hands down the best dip ever! taste just like the sandwich!
Oh my goodness! All this cheese in one dish! It’s my kind of dinner!
Such a delicious dip! Everyone went crazy for it!
I took this to bookclub last night and it was such a hit!
Delicious! Thanks for sharing! This was a hit.
This dip is amazing!! I love every flavor.
This is divine! Everyone loved it at our World Series watch party!
Made this at my last party and it was the talk of the town. Everyone loved it !
I made this for an impromptu get together last night and it was a huge hit. I used cheddar cheese because that’s all that I had and it was delicious!
Made this for some friends during a football watch party and it was a huge hit. They seriously thought this was the coolest thing ever since they are all reuben fans! Thanks for an amazing recipe.
Oh my goodness, I am craving this so badly right now – this needs to happen ASAP!
Love this dip! I would’ve never thought to take a reuben and turn it into a dip. Sooo good and perfect for parties.
This has the perfect golden color & is so delicious!! A crowd pleaser for sure!!