Keto Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of this Keto Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce, a rich and velvety dip made with sharp cheddar and Gouda cheese, cream cheese, and heavy cream for ultimate creaminess. Perfectly seasoned with garlic powder, smoky paprika, and cumin, this keto-friendly delight transforms snacking into a gourmet experience. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for serving warm with your favorite low-carb dippers like pork rinds, celery sticks, or keto tortilla chips. Add some jalapeño slices for a spicy kick, and enjoy a guilt-free snack or appetizer that's sure to impress your guests. Whether you're hosting a party or craving a delicious treat, this nacho cheese sauce truly shines!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup Gouda cheese, grated
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup jalapeño slices (optional)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Add the cream cheese to the saucepan and stir continuously until it becomes smooth and creamy.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring, ensuring that the mixture remains smooth.
Reduce the heat to low and add the grated sharp cheddar cheese and Gouda cheese to the saucepan.
Stir the cheese mixture continuously until all the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth.
Stir in the garlic powder, cumin powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Continue stirring until the spices are well integrated into the sauce.
If desired, fold in the jalapeño slices for an added kick.
Serve the Keto Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce warm, with your preferred keto-friendly dippers like low-carb tortilla chips, pork rinds, or celery sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1681 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.6 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.9 g | 485% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 476 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 2513 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.7 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 50.0 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1342 mg | 103% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 467 mg | 10% | |
*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.
