Creamy White Queso Dip with Green Chiles
A quick and easy creamy white queso dip with green chiles that offers a perfect balance of silky melted cheese and mild heat, ideal for snacks and gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces white American cheese, shredded (Velveeta recommended)
- 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces diced and drained green chiles (canned Hatch or mild green chiles)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for gluten-free)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Shred the white American and Monterey Jack cheeses and set aside.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until foamy, about 1-2 minutes.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking continuously. Continue whisking until the mixture thickens slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low. Gradually add the shredded cheeses in small handfuls, stirring gently after each addition until melted and smooth, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the diced green chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Remove from heat and transfer to a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or warm pretzels.
Notes
Use low and slow heat to avoid grainy cheese. Add cheese gradually for a smooth texture. If dip thickens too much when cooled, gently reheat with a splash of cream or milk. For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch. For dairy-free, use vegan cream and melting cheese alternatives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 14
- Carbohydrates: 4
- Protein: 7
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