Description
Enjoy a smooth, creamy Mexican white cheese dip made with melted white American cheese, perfect for dipping tortilla chips or drizzling over your favorite Mexican dishes. This restaurant-style queso blanco is quick, easy, and customizable with ingredients you have at home. Ideal for parties, game days, or any Mexican-inspired meal.
Ingredients
1 lb white American cheese, shredded or cubed
½ cup milk (add more for desired consistency)
1 tablespoon butter
1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies, drained
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
Optional: chopped cilantro or jalapeños for garnish
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the white American cheese and milk, stirring constantly until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
- Stir in the diced green chilies, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.
- Continue stirring until the dip reaches your desired consistency. Add more milk if needed.
- Serve hot with tortilla chips, and garnish with cilantro or jalapeños if desired.
Notes
For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
This dip can also be made in a slow cooker by combining the ingredients on low heat for 1-2 hours.
Store leftover dip in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days and reheat with a splash of milk to maintain the creamy texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer Dip
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 120 kcal per serving
