Description
Craving that creamy, melty cheese dip from your favorite Mexican restaurant? Now you can make it at home in just minutes! This authentic Mexican restaurant-style cheese dip is smooth, rich, and bursting with flavor, making it perfect for dipping tortilla chips, drizzling over nachos, or adding to tacos. Made with simple ingredients like white American cheese, green chilies, and spices, this queso is easy to customize and stays silky without becoming grainy. Whether you’re hosting a party, planning a taco night, or just want a delicious snack, this homemade queso recipe will be a crowd favorite! 🧀🔥
Ingredients
- 1 lb white American cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup milk (more if needed for consistency)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
Instructions
In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter.
Add the diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Reduce heat to low and add the cubed white American cheese and milk. Stir continuously until the cheese melts and the mixture is smooth.
If the dip is too thick, add more milk, a little at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
Stir in diced tomatoes and fresh cilantro if using.
Remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Cheese Matters: White American cheese melts the best. Avoid cheddar, which can turn grainy.
- Low & Slow: Always melt cheese over low heat to prevent separation.
- Adjust the Spice: Want more heat? Add jalapeños, cayenne, or chipotle peppers.
- Storage Tip: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheating Tip: Reheat over low heat, stirring often. Add a splash of milk if needed.
- Serving Idea: Try drizzling over nachos, tacos, burritos, or fries for a delicious twist!