Kid Friendly Cheesy Nachos
Transform snack time into a fun, family-friendly feast with these Kid Friendly Cheesy Nachos! This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. Featuring crispy tortilla chips smothered in a melty blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, these nachos are baked to gooey perfection and topped with mild salsa and creamy sour cream. Parents will love the optional toppings—like black olives, fresh tomatoes, and cilantro—for adding a burst of flavor, while keeping the dish customizable for picky eaters. Perfectly sized for sharing, this crowd-pleasing recipe delivers all the cheesy goodness kids love while being super simple to make.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 cups tortilla chips
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup mild salsa
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 0.25 cup sliced black olives (optional)
- 1 medium diced tomato (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
Spread the tortilla chips evenly across the baking sheet in a single layer.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and mozzarella cheese evenly over the tortilla chips, covering them as much as possible.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 5 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Carefully remove the nachos from the oven and let them cool for 1-2 minutes.
Top the nachos with mild salsa, a few dollops of sour cream, and any optional toppings such as sliced black olives, diced tomato, or chopped cilantro.
Serve immediately and enjoy your kid-friendly cheesy nachos!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3618 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 250.1 g | 321% | |
| Saturated Fat | 95.3 g | 476% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 59.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 380 mg | 127% | |
| Sodium | 6448 mg | 280% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.9 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.5 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 111.7 g | 223% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3097 mg | 238% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 795 mg | 17% | |
*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.
