Qdoba Queso Dip
Indulge in the creamy, spicy perfection of homemade Qdoba Queso Dip—a crowd-pleasing favorite perfect for any occasion! This fast and easy recipe combines the velvety richness of white American cheese and sharp cheddar with a dynamic blend of diced green chilies, pickled jalapeños, and bold spices like cumin and paprika. Thickened to perfection with a cornstarch slurry, this luscious queso has an irresistibly smooth texture that’s ideal for dipping crispy tortilla chips or drizzling over tacos and burrito bowls. Ready in just 25 minutes, this queso dip delivers restaurant-quality flavor with the convenience of home cooking. Whether you're hosting a party or treating yourself to a feel-good snack, this queso is guaranteed to satisfy your craving for cheesy, zesty goodness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces White American cheese
- 4 ounces Sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 4-ounce can Diced green chilies
- 2 tablespoons Pickled jalapeños
- 1 tablespoon Juice from pickled jalapeños
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Grate the white American cheese and sharp cheddar cheese for easier melting.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the whole milk and heavy cream. Heat over medium-low heat until warm but not boiling, stirring occasionally.
Add the white American cheese and sharp cheddar cheese to the saucepan in small handfuls, stirring constantly to ensure smooth melting.
Once the cheeses are fully melted, reduce the heat to low. Add the diced green chilies, pickled jalapeños, and 1 tablespoon of jalapeño juice. Stir to combine.
Mix in the garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and paprika. Stir thoroughly to blend the spices into the cheese mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the queso, stirring constantly to thicken the mixture.
Continue to cook the queso on low heat for an additional 5 minutes, stirring frequently, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you prefer a spicier dip, add a bit more jalapeño juice or additional diced jalapeños.
Serve the queso dip warm with tortilla chips, or use it as a topping for tacos, burritos, or bowls.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
452 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 39.0 g | 50% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.0 g | 115% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1254 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.2 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 553 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 182 mg | 4% | |
*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.
