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Published: January 31, 2019 Last Modified: March 4, 2019 By Sara 83 Comments

White Queso Dip

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White Queso Dip Recipe | Mexican Cheese Dip | Queso Sauce

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.

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Restaurant style white queso dip skillet topped with fresh salsa.

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.

Cheese, salsa verde and half and half in a skillet to make white queso dip.

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.

A skillet of Mexican queso dip topped with pico de gallo.

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.

A pan of white queso dip topped with pico de gallo and served with tortilla chips.

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!

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Restaurant style white queso dip skillet topped with fresh salsa.
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White Queso Dip

This white queso dip is a creamy and zesty snack that contains just 3 ingredients and is ready in 5 minutes. The perfect addition to your Cinco de Mayo party menu!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Prep Time 1 minute
Cook Time 4 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 249kcal
Author Sara Welch

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

Calories: 249kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 67mg | Sodium: 659mg | Potassium: 114mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 645IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 624mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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    Comments

    1. Ricci says

      March 7, 2018 at 6:31 am

      I LOVE white cheese dip!! I have never been able to make it myself so I need to try this recipe soon!!

      Reply
    2. Lisa Marie Heath says

      March 6, 2018 at 8:18 pm

      Delicious and only 3 ingredients? Yeah.. sign me up cause that’s my kind of starter. It looks sooo good too!

      Reply
    3. Kelly Reci says

      March 6, 2018 at 5:16 pm

      Put some queso in my belly – this looks absolutely delicious! Love the fact that it’s just three ingredients too!

      Reply
    4. Jenn @ EngineerMommy says

      March 6, 2018 at 3:40 pm

      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!

      Reply
    5. Saidah Washington says

      March 6, 2018 at 3:13 pm

      Thanks for the recipe. We absolutely love queso and chip dip.

      Reply
    6. Sarah Bailey says

      March 6, 2018 at 2:30 pm

      5 stars
      Oh my goodness how delicious does this dip sound. Hands up I could definitely see having a bowl while watching a film, perfect!

      Reply
    7. Jeanette says

      March 6, 2018 at 8:34 am

      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.

      Reply
    8. heleneironside says

      March 6, 2018 at 8:25 am

      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.

      Reply
    9. Carol Cassara says

      March 6, 2018 at 6:00 am

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
    10. Amber Myers says

      March 6, 2018 at 5:19 am

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
    11. valmg @ Mom Knows It All says

      March 6, 2018 at 4:54 am

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
    12. Franc Ramon says

      March 6, 2018 at 4:09 am

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
    13. Alison Rost says

      March 6, 2018 at 3:55 am

      5 stars
      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!

      Reply
    14. Alli Smith says

      March 6, 2018 at 3:22 am

      5 stars
      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!

      Reply
    15. robin rue says

      March 6, 2018 at 2:34 am

      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.

      Reply
    16. candy says

      March 6, 2018 at 2:19 am

      We love our cheese dips. Making white cheese dips are becoming really popular, probably because people have realized how yummy they are.

      Reply
    17. Sam says

      May 2, 2017 at 7:36 pm

      5 stars
      Having some buddies over and going to impress them with this dip.

      Reply
    18. mimi says

      April 27, 2017 at 6:49 am

      This is such great timing because I decided I was going to make a queso for cinco de Mayo! Such a good recipe.

      Reply
    19. Debbie says

      April 24, 2017 at 6:58 pm

      5 stars
      Definitely making this yummy dip!

      Reply
    20. Beatrice says

      April 24, 2017 at 8:22 am

      5 stars
      This looks so amazing! Can’t wait to try it!

      Reply
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