Description
This Mexican Restaurant Cheese Dip recipe is the perfect appetizer for any gathering. Creamy, cheesy, with a hint of spice, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound white American cheese (cubed or shredded)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilies (drained)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch of ground cumin (optional)
- 1–2 tablespoons diced pickled jalapeños (optional)
- Salt to taste
Cheese Dip:
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the white American cheese, milk, and heavy cream. Stir constantly until the cheese is fully melted and smooth.
- Add the green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin if using. Stir well to combine.
- If you like heat, stir in the diced jalapeños. Continue to cook on low, stirring frequently, until the dip is hot and creamy.
- Taste and add salt if needed. Transfer to a serving bowl or a small slow cooker set to warm. Serve immediately with tortilla chips.
Notes
- For a thinner consistency, add more milk a tablespoon at a time.
- You can substitute part of the white American cheese with Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack for added flavor.
- Keep warm in a small crockpot or fondue pot for parties.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
