White Cheese Dip Tex Mex Style Queso Blanco

Indulge in the creamy, irresistible flavors of White Cheese Dip Tex Mex Style Queso Blanco, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that's perfect for game days, parties, or cozy nights at home. This velvety dip pairs rich white American cheese and Monterey Jack cheese with smooth whole milk and a touch of unsalted butter for indulgent creaminess. Diced green chilies and fresh jalapeño bring just the right amount of Tex Mex-inspired heat, while garlic powder, onion powder, and ground cumin deepen the layers of flavor. Finished with a splash of fresh lime juice and optional cilantro for brightness, this queso blanco is a versatile gem—perfect as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for nachos, or a drizzle over tacos. Quick and easy to make in just 20 minutes, it's a guaranteed hit for any occasion! Key phrases like "easy queso blanco recipe," "Tex Mex cheese dip," and "creamy white cheese dip" ensure this recipe is optimized for your next search.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 16 oz White American cheese
• 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
• 4 oz Diced green chilies (canned)
• 1 Jalapeño pepper, finely diced
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 0.5 tsp Onion powder
• 0.25 tsp Ground cumin
• 2 tbsp Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
• 0.25 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Fresh lime juice

Directions

Step 1

Shred the white American cheese and Monterey Jack cheese. Set aside.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until fully melted and bubbling slightly.

Step 3

Add the diced jalapeño pepper and sauté for 1-2 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Lower the heat to medium-low and stir in the whole milk.

Step 5

Gradually add the shredded cheese by small handfuls, stirring constantly to melt fully before adding more.

Step 6

Once all the cheese is melted and the mixture is smooth, stir in the diced green chilies, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and salt.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes over low heat, stirring frequently, to blend the flavors.

Step 8

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the fresh lime juice and optional chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Transfer the queso blanco to a serving bowl and serve immediately with tortilla chips, or drizzle over tacos or nachos.

Step 10

If the dip cools and thickens, reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat or in the microwave in 20-second intervals, adding a splash of milk if needed to thin it out.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(977.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2422.9

Total Fat 214.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 678.1mg	0%
Sodium 9600.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.5g
Protein 115.2g	0%

Vitamin D 111.9IU	0%
Calcium 3929.2mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1184.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.5%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 6.4%