Homemade Cheese Whiz
Discover the ultimate indulgence with this rich and velvety Homemade Cheese Whiz—a quick and easy recipe that’s perfect for dipping, spreading, or topping your favorite snacks! Made with real ingredients like sharp cheddar cheese, creamy butter, and a touch of tangy cream cheese, this DIY cheese sauce is irresistibly smooth and packed with flavor. A hint of garlic powder, mustard powder, and optional paprika elevate its savory profile, making it far superior to store-bought alternatives. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is ideal for cheese lovers who want a versatile dip for crackers, pretzels, or veggies, or as a melty addition to burgers and baked potatoes. Enjoy the homemade goodness with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese
- 0.75 cup Milk
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 ounces Cream cheese
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Mustard powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for additional flavor)
Instructions
Grate the cheddar cheese finely and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk and butter over medium heat. Allow the butter to melt completely while stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a few tablespoons of the milk mixture to create a slurry. Add this slurry back into the saucepan and whisk well to avoid any lumps.
Bring the milk mixture to a gentle simmer, then lower the heat to medium-low.
Add the grated cheddar cheese to the saucepan one handful at a time, stirring consistently to help it melt smoothly.
Once the cheese has melted, add the cream cheese, mustard powder, garlic powder, salt, and paprika (if using). Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cheese mixture cool slightly. The Cheese Whiz will thicken as it cools.
Transfer the Homemade Cheese Whiz into an airtight container or serve immediately with your favorite snacks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1489 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.2 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.5 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 323 mg | 108% | |
| Sodium | 2731 mg | 119% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 58.0 g | 116% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1248 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 1063 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.
