The Perfect White Mexican Cheese Dip
Creamy, zesty, and irresistibly smooth, The Perfect White Mexican Cheese Dip is a must-have for any fiesta or casual snacking session. This easy-to-make recipe combines the rich, melty goodness of White American Cheese with bold flavors from diced green chiles, jalapeño, and a hint of garlic, onion powder, and cumin. Finished with a touch of fresh cilantro for garnish, this queso dip is perfect for scooping up with crispy tortilla chips or drizzling over tacos and enchiladas. Ready in just 20 minutes, it's a crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll want to make again and again. Whether you're hosting game day or spicing up taco night, this white cheese dip delivers authentic Mexican-inspired flavor that will have everyone coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz White American Cheese (shredded or cubed)
- 1 cup Evaporated Milk
- 4 oz Diced Green Chiles (mild or hot, canned)
- 1 medium Jalapeño (finely diced, seeds removed if desired)
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion Powder
- 0.5 tsp Cumin (ground)
- 2 tbsp Cilantro (finely chopped, for garnish)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 cup Milk (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Prepare all the ingredients: shred or cube the cheese, dice the jalapeño, and chop the cilantro.
In a medium saucepan, heat the evaporated milk over medium-low heat until warm, but do not let it boil.
Gradually add the White American Cheese to the warm milk, stirring constantly to ensure it melts evenly and does not burn.
Once the cheese has fully melted and the mixture is smooth, stir in the diced green chiles, diced jalapeño, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and salt. Continue stirring to combine the flavors, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
If the dip is too thick for your preference, add up to 1/4 cup of regular milk, a little at a time, until the desired consistency is reached. Stir well after each addition.
Remove the saucepan from heat and transfer the dip to a serving bowl. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro for a pop of fresh flavor and color.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, warm flour tortillas, or as a topping for your favorite Mexican dishes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1979 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 148.3 g | 190% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.2 g | 451% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 452 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 9566 mg | 416% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 50.6 g | ||
| Protein | 104.2 g | 208% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.1 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 3378 mg | 260% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1955 mg | 42% | |
*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.
