Low Carb Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce
Indulge guilt-free with this irresistibly rich and velvety Low Carb Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce, a perfect keto-friendly twist on classic nacho cheese! Made with heavy cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar, this luscious sauce packs bold flavor with hints of garlic, onion, and a touch of optional cayenne for spice. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick, easy, and satisfying dip for low-carb chips, fresh veggies, or even as a topping for your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a cozy snack, this smooth and creamy cheese sauce will be the star of your spread while keeping carbs to a minimum.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 2 cups cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp onion powder
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spice)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the cream cheese to the pan, and stir constantly until smooth and fully melted.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, whisking continuously until the mixture is smooth.
Gradually add the shredded cheddar cheese, one handful at a time, continuously whisking to ensure the cheese melts evenly and the sauce remains smooth.
Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper if using, salt, and ground black pepper.
Continue to cook and stir the sauce until fully combined and heated through, about 1-2 more minutes.
Once the sauce is smooth and creamy, remove it from the heat and allow it to cool slightly before serving. It will thicken as it cools.
Serve immediately over your favorite low-carb nachos or use as a dip for vegetables or low-carb crackers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.1 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 132.9 g | 664% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 656 mg | 219% | |
| Sodium | 3062 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 17.0 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.3 g | ||
| Protein | 63.7 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1726 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 437 mg | 9% | |
*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.
