White Cheese Dip
Creamy, indulgent, and packed with bold Southwestern flavors, this White Cheese Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for gatherings, game days, or any snack-worthy occasion. Made with velvety white American cheese melted to perfection with a touch of butter and whole milk, this dip boasts a rich, smooth texture that’s irresistibly dippable. A punch of flavor comes from the addition of diced green chiles, optional jalapeño for a hint of spice, and aromatic seasonings like garlic and onion powder. Fresh cilantro adds a vibrant finishing touch, elevating this easy-to-make recipe to restaurant-quality status. Ready in just 15 minutes, this creamy queso dip pairs beautifully with crunchy tortilla chips, fresh vegetables, or as a gooey topping for tacos and nachos. Perfect for cheese lovers and party hosts alike, this White Cheese Dip is guaranteed to wow your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz White American cheese
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 4 oz Diced green chiles (canned)
- 1 small Jalapeño (optional, finely diced)
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 1 tbsp Fresh cilantro (optional, finely chopped)
Instructions
In a medium-sized saucepan, heat the butter over medium-low heat until melted.
Add the whole milk to the saucepan and warm it without bringing it to a boil.
Gradually add the white American cheese to the saucepan, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
Stir in the diced green chiles, finely diced jalapeño (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, and salt.
Continue to stir and simmer the dip on low heat for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
If the dip is too thick, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
Remove the dip from the heat and stir in freshly chopped cilantro if using.
Serve the white cheese dip warm with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1837 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 161.6 g | 207% | |
| Saturated Fat | 90.9 g | 454% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 529 mg | 176% | |
| Sodium | 8721 mg | 379% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.1 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.2 g | ||
| Protein | 86.9 g | 174% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.9 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 3043 mg | 234% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 918 mg | 20% | |
*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.
