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 cheesy appetizers at a gathering. I typically serve a jalapeno cheddar cheese ball, cheesy corn dip, cheese ball bites, pizza dip, beer cheese dip, or this amazingly easy queso dip.

A tortilla chip in a pan of white queso dip.

When I go to my local Mexican restaurant, I always have to order the white queso dip. It’s creamy, a little bit spicy, full of flavor 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. I was astounded by just how easy it actually is to make. All you need is a few ingredients and you can have hot cheese dip on the table in minutes!

White Queso Dip Ingredients

Bowls of ingredients including cheese cubes, half and half, and salsa.

To make Mexican cheese dip, you’ll need just 3 ingredients: white American cheese, green salsa and half and half. That’s it!!!

How To Make White Queso Dip

Cut your cheese into cubes, then put it in a pan with half and half and salsa verde. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheese is melted and a smooth dip forms. You can add toppings such as pico de gallo, or serve it as-is with plenty of chips.

Step by step process shots showing how to make cheese dip.

Tips For Queso Dip

  • I like to serve my white queso dip with tortilla chips. Other great dipping options are veggies or flour tortillas cut into triangles.
  • Queso dip also makes for a great cheese sauce to pair with carne asada fries, chicken tinga, chipotle carnitas, turkey tacos or carne guisada.
  • I typically use a mild green salsa in this recipe so that it’s not too spicy for the kids. If you prefer heat, go for a hot salsa! Alternatively, you can add minced pickled jalapeno pepper slices to turn the spice level up.
  • While this cheese dip is great on its own, adding a topping of pico de gallo really takes it over the top. You can either purchase pico de gallo or make my homemade pico de gallo.

Quick Tip

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.

A pan of queso dip topped with pico de gallo.

Recipe FAQs

What cheese is queso dip made from?

Queso cheese dip in America is typically made with American cheese. This type of cheese has a creamy mild flavor, and melts smoothly without separating.

How do you reheat queso dip?

I find that white queso dip is best when piping hot from the skillet. That being said, 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.

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A hand with a chip scooping up a serving of white queso dip.

Queso Dip Variations

This Mexican cheese 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 as well as 1/4 teaspoon onion powder and 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder.
  • Bean and Cheese Dip: Add 1 cup rinsed and drained beans, such as black beans or pinto beans, as well as 1/4 teaspoon cumin.
  • Bacon Cheese Dip: Add 1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon on top of the dip.
  • Veggie Lover’s Dip: Add 1 can of drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, as well as 1/2 cup corn kernels.

This queso blanco dip is perfect for Cinco de Mayo, game day, or any time where you’re looking for a quick snack!

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White Queso Dip

AuthorSara Welch
A tortilla chip in a pan of 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!
Time
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time4 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Serves 8

Ingredients 

  • 1 pound white American cheese cubed
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1/4 cup salsa verde

Optional garnishes:

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. 

Notes

  1. 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.
  2. 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 make my homemade pico de gallo.
  3. 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.

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

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

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

  4. 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!

  5. 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!

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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.

  10. 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.

  11. 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.

  12. 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!

  13. 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!

  14. 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.

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

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