Queso Dip Recipes

This Queso recipe is the most delicious white cheese dip you will ever taste. If you’re looking for an easy queso dip recipe, you’ve come to the right place. No velveeta here, just real quality cheese and ingredients melted together and ready to dip. Learn how to make queso from scratch, just like what you get at your favorite Mexican restaurant!

White Queso Dip Recipe

This Queso Recipe is a delicious and easy white cheese dip recipe. We tried to make this dip just like the kind we all crave from the local Mexican restaurant. It’s made in minutes and sure to please.

Prep: 5min

Total: 20min

Serving Size: 1 serving

Nutrition Facts: calories 263 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 13 g, Fat 20 g, Saturated Fat 11 g, Cholesterol 66 mg, Sodium 925 mg, Sugar 5 g, servingSize 1 serving

Ingredients:

• 12 ounces evaporated milk ((1 can))
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 3/4 lb white american cheese (buy it sliced at the deli counter at your grocery store. Then chop into small squares, finely chopped)
• 4 ounces mozzarella cheese (shredded)
• 2 tablespoons canned jalapenos (chopped, or chopped green chiles)
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (you could also use cumin if you prefer that taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional. some readers haven’t liked this spice although some did, SEE NOTE ***)
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• chopped cilantro (tomatoes, and jalapenos for garnish)

Instruction:

1. Heat evaporated milk over medium/high heat in a small saucepan. Stir in the cornstarch and whisk to combine.
2. Once simmering (bring to JUST before boil…when it starts bubbling up the sides it’s ready), reduce heat to low immediately.
3. Immediately stir in the cheese in batches, starting with the white american cheese. As you stir in the cheese, increase heat to medium/low and whisk CONSTANTLY while the cheese melts. Once each batch is melted/creamy, add more. Don’t stop stirring, you have to whisk the entire time while adding cheese.
4. Once done with the white American, add in the shredded fontina or mozzarella. Again, whisk CONSTANTLY while the cheese melts, insuring you have a creamy blend. If you prefer the cheese a bit thicker, add a bit more of the mozzarella.
5. Once all the cheese is melted, stir in the jalapenos, chili powder, nutmeg, red pepper, and salt and pepper. *** (see note)
6. If you want the queso to be browned like in my pictures, pour the queso into a small nonstick skillet and place in the oven. Broil for 3-4 minutes or until cheese begins to bubble and brown (optional)
7. Top with cilantro, tomatoes, and more jalapenos if desired.
8. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!

Queso Dip (Mexican Cheese Dip)

Recipe VIDEO above. Copycat of Queso Dip (Mexican Cheese Dip) sold in jars in the US and at Mexican restaurants. Made with real cheese and stays silky smooth even when it cools! AND it reheats perfectly. Makes about 2.5 cups. IMPORTANT: Please read Note 1 regarding store bought shredded cheese.

Prep: 5min

Total: 15min

Yield: 10

Serving Size: 85 g

Nutrition Facts: servingSize 85 g, calories 162 kcal

Ingredients:

• 2.5 cups / 225 g Cheddar cheese, freshly shredded ((Important – read Note 1))
• 1 tbsp cornflour / cornstarch
• 1/2 tbsp / 8 g butter
• 1 large garlic clove, minced
• 1/4 small white onion, very finely chopped (1/4 cup)
• 375 g / 13 oz evaporated milk (1 can, not low fat)
• 1 small tomato, finely diced (3/4 cup) ((Note 2))
• 1/4 tsp each onion powder, garlic powder, cumin
• 4 oz / 113g can chopped green chile, fire roasted ((Subs Note 3))
• 1/4 cup coriander / cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 – 3 tbsp milk, any
• Salt

Instruction:

1. Place cheese and cornflour in a bowl, toss to coat.
2. Melt butter over medium heat in a large saucepan or small pot.
3. Add garlic and onion, cook slowly for 3 minutes or until onion is translucent but not browned.
4. Add tomato (including juices) and cook for 2 minutes until tomato is slightly softened.
5. Add evaporated milk and cheese. Stir, then add chiles and Spices.
6. Stir until cheese melts and it becomes a silky sauce.
7. Add salt to taste – amount required depends on saltiness of cheese used – and stir through coriander.
8. Stir in milk or water to adjust consistency (I use 2 tbsp) – the dip thickens when it cools, and milk can be added later to adjust to taste.
9. Remove from heat. Serve warm or at room temperature – it will be soft and scoopable even when it cools.
10. Store in the refrigerator. When refrigerated, it becomes the consistency of the cheese spread sold in jars that are not in the refrigerator section. Reheat in microwave and adjust consistency as desired with a tiny bit of milk. If you add too much, just put on stove again until it thickens.

Queso

Queso is the most important part of any game-day. This easy queso cheese dip is the perfect party dip to satisfy parties big and small.

Prep: 15min

Total: 25min

Yield: 12 serving(s)

Nutrition Facts: calories 195 Calories, Fat 14 g, Saturated Fat 7 g, Trans Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 393 mg, Carbohydrate 8 g, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, Protein 9 g

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño, minced
• 12 oz. American cheese, shredded
• 4 oz. Pepper Jack, shredded
• 1 c. milk
• Kosher salt
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 medium tomato, diced
• 1 (4-oz.) can green chilis
• 1/4 c. freshly chopped cilantro
• Tortilla chips, for serving

Instruction:

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, heat oil. Add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic and jalapeño and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more.
2. Add cheese, a handful at a time, stirring well between each batch. Slowly stir in milk and continue stirring until everything is melted together. Adjust heat as needed as you don’t want the pan to be too hot or your sauce will separate. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in tomatoes, green chilis, and cilantro.
3. Serve immediately with chips.

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FAQ

What cheese is queso dip made from?

What is authentic Mexican cheese dip made of?

What should I add to my queso?

1. Pepper It Up. Top your queso with jalapeños, serranos, cayennes or other hot peppers, like we did in this Chili con Queso recipe. …
2. Sprinkle on Pizza-zz. …
3. Take It to Buffalo. …
4. Stir in Beans. …
5. Start with Chili. …
6. Toss in Cooked Veggies. …
7. Go Sweet & Smoky. …
8. Beef It Up.

Is there a difference between queso and cheese dip?