White Queso Dip Recipe
Learn how to make homemade white queso with this restaurant-quality recipe. It's the most delicious queso you'll ever taste!
Servings: 8
Ingredients
Cheese Dip
- 12 oz. evaporated milk (1 can)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- ¾ lb. white American cheese
- 4 oz. freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
Seasonings
- 2 tbsp chopped canned jalapeños or chopped green chiles
- 1 tsp chili powder or cumin
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg optional
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
Toppings
- chopped fresh cilantro, tomatoes, and jalapeños for garnish
Instructions
- Heat evaporated milk over medium-high heat in a small saucepan. Stir in the cornstarch and whisk to combine.1 tbsp cornstarch
- Once simmering (bring it to just before boil—when it starts bubbling up the sides, it's ready), immediately reduce heat to low.
- Immediately stir in the cheese in batches, starting with the white American cheese. As you stir in the cheese, increase the heat to medium/low and whisk CONSTANTLY while the cheese melts. Once each batch is melted and creamy, add more. Don't stop stirring—you have to whisk the entire time while adding cheese.¾ lb. white American cheese
- Once done with the white American cheese, add in the shredded mozzarella. Again, whisk CONSTANTLY while the cheese melts, ensuring you have a creamy blend. If you prefer the cheese a bit thicker, add a bit more mozzarella.4 oz. freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- Once all the cheese is melted, stir in the jalapeños, chili powder, nutmeg, red pepper, and salt and pepper.2 tbsp chopped canned jalapeños, 1 tsp chili powder, ½ tsp ground nutmeg, 1 tsp red pepper flakes, ¼ tsp kosher salt, ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- (Optional) If you want the queso to be a bit browned (as pictured), pour the queso into a skillet and place in the oven. Broil for 3-4 minutes, or until cheese begins to bubble and brown.
- Top with cilantro, tomatoes, and more jalapeños if desired.chopped fresh cilantro, tomatoes, and jalapeños
- Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
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Notes
Slow Cooker Instructions:
- Set the slow cooker to HIGH and add in the evaporated milk/cornstarch and all of the cheese.
- Cover and let the cheese fully melt, stirring regularly.
- Once melted, switch the cooker to LOW and stir in any additional ingredients and spices.
- Keep it in the slow cooker while serving (great option for parties) on warm, and be sure to stir it occasionally.
Nutrition
Calories: 263kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 925mg | Potassium: 205mg | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 750IU | Vitamin C: 0.8mg | Calcium: 627mg | Iron: 0.5mg