Nut-Free Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce
Indulge in the irresistible richness of this Nut-Free Creamy Nacho Cheese Sauce, a quick and easy recipe perfect for game day snacks or weeknight indulgence. Made without nuts, this silky sauce combines sharp cheddar and cream cheese for a velvety smooth texture, complemented by a flavorful blend of paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne for a hint of heat. With just 15 minutes from start to finish, this cheese sauce is a crowd-pleaser whether served as a dip for chips or drizzled generously over nachos. Customize it with chopped jalapeños for extra spice and savor the ultimate comfort food experience that's free from allergens but full of bold, cheesy flavor!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 tablespoons Cream cheese
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon Jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Melt the unsalted butter over medium heat in a medium saucepan.
Step 2
Whisk in the all-purpose flour, stirring constantly until the mixture forms a thick paste, about 1-2 minutes.
Step 3
Gradually pour in the whole milk while continuing to whisk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Step 4
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the shredded cheddar cheese and cream cheese. Whisk continuously until the cheeses have melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Stir in the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and cayenne pepper until fully incorporated.
Step 6
If using, add the finely chopped jalapeño to the sauce and stir well.
Step 7
Remove the sauce from heat and serve immediately as a dip or drizzled over nachos.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (710.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1591.6 |
| Total Fat 129.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 81.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 406.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2955.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.6g | |
| Protein 74.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 209.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2130.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1002.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories