Real Mexican Cheese Dip
Dive into the rich, creamy flavors of authentic Mexican cuisine with this irresistible Real Mexican Cheese Dip. Made with velvety white American cheese, whole milk, and a kick of finely diced jalapeño and green chiles, this crowd-pleaser offers the perfect balance of spice and savory goodness. A touch of cumin and garlic powder enhances its bold flavor, while unsalted butter ensures a silky-smooth texture. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy homemade queso is fantastic as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or even a drizzle over burrito bowls. Perfect for game days, parties, or any fiesta-inspired feast, this cheese dip will have everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz White American cheese
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 oz Diced green chiles
- 1 whole Jalapeño pepper, finely diced
- 1 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 0.5 tsp Cumin powder
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Salt
Instructions
Cut the white American cheese into small cubes to ensure that it melts evenly.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
Add the finely diced jalapeño pepper to the pan and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring often, until it softens and releases its aroma.
Pour in the whole milk and stir to incorporate with the butter and jalapeño.
Add the diced green chiles (including their juices) to the mixture and continue stirring.
Slowly add the cubed white American cheese to the saucepan, stirring constantly to encourage even melting. Do this in small batches to avoid clumps.
Once the cheese is fully melted, stir in the cumin powder, garlic powder, and salt. Continue stirring until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Taste the dip and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or spices to your preference.
Serve the cheese dip warm with tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a topping for tacos or burritos.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1918 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.0 g | 213% | |
| Saturated Fat | 92.7 g | 464% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 546 mg | 182% | |
| Sodium | 9005 mg | 392% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.7 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.8 g | ||
| Protein | 91.3 g | 183% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 3195 mg | 246% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 1181 mg | 25% | |
*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.
