Description
Homemade Queso Dip is the ultimate party snack, blending creamy cheddar and tangy cream cheese with spicy jalapeños and zesty tomatoes. Perfect for game nights or cozy evenings in, this gooey dip comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a go-to recipe when you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve it warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies, and watch it disappear!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 cup diced tomatoes with green chiles (canned)
- ¼ cup diced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Shred the cheddar cheese and dice the jalapeños.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the cream cheese, stirring until smooth (3-4 minutes).
- Gradually add shredded cheddar while stirring continuously until melted.
- Pour in the milk and stir until fully combined.
- Add diced tomatoes and jalapeños; season with salt and simmer for 5 minutes.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in cooked ground beef or chorizo. Experiment with different cheeses like pepper jack for extra spice. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat gently on the stove.