Chipotle Queso
Get ready to elevate your snack game with this irresistible Chipotle Queso recipe! Creamy, smoky, and bursting with bold flavors, this queso combines smooth sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses with finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce for a spicy, satisfying kick. A velvety base made from milk and cream ensures the perfect consistency, while a blend of aromatic spices like cumin, garlic powder, and onion powder adds depth to every bite. The finishing touch? A sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a pop of color and freshness! Perfect as a dip for tortilla chips or a tantalizing topping for nachos and tacos, this quick and easy recipe whips up in just 20 minutes. Serve it warm at your next gathering for a crowd-pleasing appetizer overflowing with flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Once the butter is melted, add the all-purpose flour and whisk continuously for about 1-2 minutes until the mixture is smooth and slightly golden.
Gradually pour in the whole milk and heavy cream, whisking constantly to prevent any lumps from forming, for about 3-4 minutes or until the mixture begins to thicken.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese, stirring until the cheeses are completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
Stir in the finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce along with cumin powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix until all the ingredients are well combined and the queso is heated through.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and transfer the queso to a serving dish.
Garnish with the freshly chopped cilantro before serving.
Serve warm with tortilla chips, soft pretzels, or as a topping for tacos and nachos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2246 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 185.4 g | 238% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.1 g | 565% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 3850 mg | 167% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.6 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.8 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 2896 mg | 223% | |
| Iron | 4.7 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1062 mg | 23% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
