This queso blanco dip takes just 5 minutes to prep and only 5 ingredients to make. This creamy white cheese dip is seriously the best ever!
Prep Time: 5 minutesminutes
Cook Time: 45 minutesminutes
Total Time: 50 minutesminutes
Servings: 16
Equipment
4-6 quart crockpot
Ingredients
1(8-ounce) packageregular cream cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1poundwhite American cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes (found in deli)
1Tablespoonsalted butter
1(4-ounce) cangreen chiles
Pinchground cumin
3-4Tablespoonswhole milk
2-3Tablespoonswater
Optional toppings: Chopped cilantro, Diced tomatoes, or Sliced jalapeños
For serving: Tortilla chips
Instructions
In a 4- to 6-quart crockpot, combine the cream cheese, American cheese, butter, green chiles, and cumin. Cook on high for 30 minutes.
Stir until well combined and then add 1 Tablespoon milk and 1 Tablespoon water at a time until you reach the desired consistency. Cook 15 to 20 minutes, or until the cheese is completely melted and combined.
Keep dip in the crockpot on the warm setting until ready to serve. Top with chopped cilantro, tomatoes, and jalapenos, if desired. Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
Cheese: Stick with white American cheese! This is the key component for a perfectly creamy and flavorful white queso.Quantity: Feel free to double or triple the recipe if serving a large crowd. Make sure to use a big enough crockpot!Variations:
Add in cooked meat such as chorizo, beef, or sausage.
Swap the green chiles for jalapenos.
Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 3 days. When reheating, add a teaspoon of water and microwave for 30 seconds. Stir and add another teaspoon water if needed. Heat in 30 second increments until hot.