Appetizers
Creamy Brussels Sprouts Recipe with “Gin” Cocktail Pairing
Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Yield
4 -6
This easy creamy brussel sprout recipe is the perfect dip for your next party. Pair it with my gin mocktail for a match made in heaven.
This delicious dip is a unique way to use brussels sprouts that you’re going to love for an easy snack or appetizer. This brussel sprout recipe is creamy, yummy, and pairs perfectly with my non-alcoholic gin cocktail pairing.
Why you’ll love this brussel sprout recipe:
- Quick: Make this brussel sprout recipe in only 30-minutes
- Delicious: This is a unique creamy dip that everyone will love
- Non-Alcoholic: I’ve paired this brussel sprout recipe with a non-alcoholic “gin” cocktail that goes so well with it
Ingredient Notes:
Ritual Zero Proof Gin Alternative: This delicious gin alternative is great for when you’re in the mood for a tasty cocktail without the side effects of alcohol. It’s perfect for the mocktail I’ve created below but also classics like G&Ts or gimlets.
Brussels Sprouts: Eating cruciferous veggies like brussels sprouts can help protect against cancers. They’re also full of immunity-boosting vitamin C so they’re great for cold and flu season.
How to make this brussel sprout recipe:
- Preheat the oven to 400F. In a bowl, stir together cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Heat your oven-proof skillet to medium heat. Once warm, add 1 tbsp OO along with the garlic and shallot. Saute just a few minutes until fragrant (be careful not to burn).
- Add the brussels sprouts to the skillet plus pepper, salt and dried thyme. Cook until just tender, about 5-7 mins.
- Add the cheese mixture to the pan and gently stir to combine everything, smoothing out the top. Season the breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt, pepper and garlic powder and then top the dip with the breadcrumbs.
- Bake uncovered for 15-17 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Serve with your choice of crostini or crackers!
How to make a gin mocktail:
- First rim the glass with peppermint extract and sugar.
- Then, add cucumber, mint and jalapeno to the glass and muddle. Add crushed ice, Ritual Zero Proof Gin Alternative and stir. Then, top with soda water.
Expert Tips & FAQ:
If you want to make crostini with this dip: Preheat the oven to 400F. Using a bread knife, slice the baguette into 1-inch thick slices. Brush the baguette slices with olive oil on one side and place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast for 10 minutes total, flipping halfway through. Set aside and then make the dip.
Cheese: If you want mix things up, try substituting the cheddar cheese with gruyere cheese.
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- Phyllo Dough Recipes: Black Bean and Feta Stuffed
- Baked Brie Rolls
- Baked Feta Dip
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Creamy Brussels Sprouts Recipe with “Gin” Cocktail Pairing
Ingredients
For the creamy brussels sprouts dip
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 1/2 cups brussels sprouts, roughly sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 shallot, chopped
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 125 g cream cheese
- 1/2 tsp ground pepper
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- 6 tbsp panko breadcrumbs
- crostini or crackers for serving
For the "gin" cocktail
- 1 tsp peppermint extract
- white sugar
- 1 1/2 oz Ritual Zero Proof Gin Alternative
- 4 slices mini cucumber (or 2 slices from a large cucumber)
- 1 slice jalapeno
- 2 fresh mint leaves
- soda water
Instructions
For the creamy brussels sprouts dip
- Preheat the oven to 400F. In a bowl, stir together cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Heat your oven-proof skillet to medium heat. Once warm, add 1 tbsp OO along with the garlic and shallot. Saute just a few minutes until fragrant (be careful not to burn).
- Add the brussels sprouts to the skillet plus pepper, salt and dried thyme. Cook until just tender, about 5-7 mins.
- Add the cheese mixture to the pan and gently stir to combine everything, smoothing out the top. Season the breadcrumbs with a pinch of salt, pepper and garlic powder and then top the dip with the breadcrumbs.
- Bake uncovered for 15-17 minutes or until hot and bubbly.
- Serve with your choice of crostini or crackers!
For the "gin" cocktail
- First rim the glass with peppermint extract and sugar.
- Then, add cucumber, mint and jalapeno to the glass and muddle. Add crushed ice, Ritual Zero Proof Gin Alternative and stir. Then, top with soda water.
