This Mexican white queso dip is a creamy and zesty cheese dip that contains just 3 ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes. Queso blanco is the perfect addition to any party menu!
You can never go wrong serving a hot cheese dip at a party. I typically serve pizza dip, beer and brat dip, or this amazingly easy queso dip.
When I go to my local Mexican restaurant, I always have to order the white queso dip. It’s smooth, creamy, a little bit spicy and totally addicting to scoop up with a big pile of tortilla chips! I decided I needed to learn how to make white queso dip at home, and was astounded by just how easy it actually is to make – all you need is a couple of ingredients and you can have your own skillet of cheese dip on the table in minutes!
How to make white queso dip
To make Mexican queso dip, you’ll need just 3 ingredients: white American cheese, green salsa and half and half. That’s it!!! You’ll want to purchase a block of white American cheese at your grocery store deli counter – just ask for a pound of the cheese, not sliced. The cheese gets cut into chunks and is melted with the salsa and half and half to make this fantastic party snack.
Tips for queso dip
- I like to serve my white queso dip with tortilla chips, but other great dipping options are sliced veggies or flour tortillas cut into triangles.
- Queso dip also makes for a great cheese sauce for nachos, burritos and tacos.
- I typically use a mild green salsa in this recipe so that it’s not too spicy for the kids, but if you prefer heat, go for a hot salsa! Alternatively, you can add minced pickled jalapeno slices to turn the heat up.
- While this Mexican cheese dip is great on its own, I find that adding a topping of fresh pico de gallo really takes it over the top. You can either purchase pico de gallo or use my recipe to make it yourself.
I find that white queso dip is best served piping hot from the skillet, but you can reheat it if needed. Simply microwave in 30 second increments until the dip becomes liquid and you’re ready to go. If you’re planning to add pico de gallo, add it after reheating the dip. If you add the pico de gallo before reheating, the dip may become watery.
Queso Dip variations
This queso dip is fabulous as-is, but you can add other ingredients to make it your own.
- Meaty Queso Dip: Add 1/2 pound cooked and crumbled ground beef or chorizo.
- Bean and Cheese Dip: Add 1 cup rinsed and drained beans, such as black beans or pinto beans.
- Bacon Queso Dip: Add 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon on top of the dip.
This queso dip is perfect for parties, Cinco de Mayo, game day, or any time where you’re looking for a quick and satisfying snack!
More Mexican food recipes
Queso Dip Video
White Queso Dip
Ingredients
- 1 pound white American cheese cubed
- 1 cup half and half
- 1/4 cup salsa verde
Optional garnishes:
- 1 cup pico de gallo
Instructions
- Place the American cheese, salsa verde and half and half in a pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until melted and smooth.
- Serve immediately, topped with pico de gallo if desired.
Nutrition
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Ricci says
I LOVE white cheese dip!! I have never been able to make it myself so I need to try this recipe soon!!
Lisa Marie Heath says
Delicious and only 3 ingredients? Yeah.. sign me up cause that’s my kind of starter. It looks sooo good too!
Kelly Reci says
Put some queso in my belly – this looks absolutely delicious! Love the fact that it’s just three ingredients too!
Jenn @ EngineerMommy says
We have a few parties coming up. I know this dip would be a big hit with the whole family. I can’t wait to make this!
Saidah Washington says
Thanks for the recipe. We absolutely love queso and chip dip.
Sarah Bailey says
Oh my goodness how delicious does this dip sound. Hands up I could definitely see having a bowl while watching a film, perfect!
Jeanette says
I love white queso dip! I have done the regular stuff that I have never tried doing this. This looks absolutely amazing and I know it would work well for our party coming up soon.
heleneironside says
Hi Ashleigh! It should reheat well, but won”t be as crispy as when it first comes out of the oven. I would also suggest coating it in more sauce as you reheat it.
Carol Cassara says
This isn’t just for Cinco De Mayo! It’s perfect for other parties and even movie night with the family at home. I love how easy and convenient it is to make.
Amber Myers says
I”ll have to make this soon, it looks incredible! My husband loves his queso dips, so this would be a nice surprise for him.
valmg @ Mom Knows It All says
We’re big fans of snacking with chips and dips around here. My oldest really enjoys cheese dips like queso so I’m sure he’d enjoy this one.
Franc Ramon says
The queso dip looks really perfect with chips. It can really give you a soft white cheesy flavor in every bite. I would surely love this.
Alison Rost says
Love that this only takes 3 ingredients to make! It’s really easy as well. Perfect for preparing when you have unexpected guests over. Definitely a keeper! Thanks!
Alli Smith says
My entire family loves the queso dip at our favorite Mexican restaurant. I’m going to use your recipe to duplicate that dip at home. It looks so delicious!
robin rue says
This sounds awesome. My hubby and I have lots of movie nights at home and always snack on dip when we do. I will have to make this Friday night.
candy says
We love our cheese dips. Making white cheese dips are becoming really popular, probably because people have realized how yummy they are.
Sam says
Having some buddies over and going to impress them with this dip.
mimi says
This is such great timing because I decided I was going to make a queso for cinco de Mayo! Such a good recipe.
Debbie says
Definitely making this yummy dip!
Beatrice says
This looks so amazing! Can’t wait to try it!