The Power of White Cheese: 6 Perfect Appetizers for Easy Entertaining

When planning a menu for entertaining, whether it's for game day, a holiday party, or a casual weekend gathering, the quality of your ingredients is everything. And when you need a cheese that delivers a rich, creamy texture and a clean, sharp flavor without any artificial coloring, you need white cheese.

For truly legendary appetizers, our choice is always Cooper® Sharp White. It melts flawlessly, delivering a signature creamy texture that’s never greasy, making it the superior white cheese for dips, fried snacks, and everything in between.

Here are six of our favorite recipes that show off the versatility and deliciousness of Cooper Sharp White cheese.

Creamy & Melty White Cheese Dips

Dips are the cornerstone of easy entertaining, and Cooper Sharp White is the foundation for the best hot dips due to its perfect, smooth melt.

1. Cooper® Sharp White Cheese Ale Pretzel Dip

Elevate the classic beer cheese dip! This recipe combines your favorite brew with the sharpness of Cooper Sharp White for a rich, savory, and incredibly dippable sauce. Its smooth consistency makes it ideal for coating soft pretzels or sturdy chips, proving why white cheese is essential for any party platter.

• Get the recipe: Cooper Sharp White Cheese Ale Pretzel Dip

2. Cooper® Hot Reuben Dip

Love the flavors of a classic Reuben sandwich? This hot dip translates all those hearty, savory notes, corned beef, sauerkraut, and a creamy base, into a baked appetizer. Cooper Sharp White is crucial for binding the bold ingredients while maintaining a beautiful, bubbling, uniform white cheese layer on top.

• Get the recipe: Cooper Hot Reuben Dip Is a Guaranteed Goner at Your Next Party

3. Cooper® Sharp White Queso (So Spicy It Will Make You Blush)

Ditch the processed stuff and make your own superior queso. This bold dip uses Cooper Sharp White as its base, resulting in a creamy, velvety texture that stays smooth as it cools. The pure white cheese allows the vibrant colors and heat of the peppers to shine through, delivering a spicy, authentic queso experience.

• Get the recipe: Cooper Sharp White Queso So Spicy It Will Make You Blush

4. Cooper® Maryland Crab Dip: A Northeast Tradition

This regional favorite combines succulent lump crab meat with a rich, seasoned cream sauce. The addition of Cooper Sharp White ensures the dip bakes up beautifully golden and creamy, complementing the delicate flavor of the crab without overpowering it. It's an elegant yet comforting use of white cheese for entertaining.

• Get the recipe: Cooper Maryland Crab Dip: A Northeast Tradition

Crispy & Savory White Cheese Snacks

For appetizers that deliver a satisfying crunch and a rich filling, white cheese is unbeatable for stuffing and layering.

5. Cooper® Fried Risotto Balls

Known as Arancini, these fried risotto balls are a delightful appetizer, crispy on the outside and wonderfully cheesy on the inside. By stuffing them with a creamy mixture that includes Cooper Sharp White, you guarantee a gooey, melty center when they are sliced open.

• Get the recipe: Cooper® Fried Risotto Balls

6. Cooper® Disco Fries Recipe (Jersey Style)

A true New Jersey classic, disco fries are French fries smothered in brown gravy and topped with perfectly melted cheese. Using Cooper Sharp White for this appetizer ensures you get that authentic, decadent melt over the crispy fries, creating a comforting, irresistible pile of cheesy goodness.

• Get the recipe: Cooper Disco Fries Recipe (Jersey Style)