Description
This hot Reuben dip is a warm, creamy appetizer loaded with savory corned beef, tangy sauerkraut, melted Swiss cheese, and rich Thousand Island dressing. It delivers all the classic deli sandwich flavors in a bubbling crowd-pleasing dip perfect for parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1/2 pound sliced corned beef or pastrami, chopped (about 1 1/4 cups)
8 ounces Swiss cheese, grated
1/4 cup Thousand Island dressing
1/2 cup sour cream
1 cup sauerkraut, well drained and squeezed dry
Chopped parsley, for garnish
Rye toast or rye crackers, for serving
Pretzels, for serving
Fresh vegetables such as celery, radishes, cucumbers, or carrots, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, chopped corned beef or pastrami, grated Swiss cheese, Thousand Island dressing, sour cream, and well-drained sauerkraut until evenly mixed.
- Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch pie dish or small baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the cheese is melted and the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Sprinkle chopped parsley over the top before serving.
- Serve warm with rye crackers, pretzels, toasted bread, or fresh vegetables.
- For the slow cooker method, combine all dip ingredients in a slow cooker and cook on HIGH for 1 1/2 to 2 hours or LOW for 3 to 4 hours, stirring halfway through until fully heated and melted.
Notes
Squeeze the sauerkraut very well to prevent the dip from becoming watery.
Pastrami can be substituted for corned beef for a smokier flavor.
Add Dijon mustard or jalapeños for extra flavor and heat.
Top with toasted rye breadcrumbs before baking for added crunch.
The dip can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Keep warm in a slow cooker during parties for easy serving.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Stir in a spoonful of sour cream when reheating if the dip thickens too much.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 13 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg
