Description
Creamy Mexican white cheese dip blends authentic flavors from traditional Mexican kitchens. Melted cheese, green chiles, and spices create a perfect appetizer that will draw friends closer to share delicious moments.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups white American cheese (shredded or cubed)
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or more, as needed)
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp diced green chilies (canned)
- 1 small jalapeno (finely diced, optional)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped, optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Select a medium saucepan and combine white American cheese, milk, and heavy cream over low heat, stirring consistently to prevent scorching.
- Allow cheese to gradually melt, stirring gently until initial softening occurs around 3-4 minutes.
- Introduce garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, and diced green chilies into the warming mixture, blending thoroughly to distribute flavors evenly.
- Incorporate finely chopped jalapeños for a spicy dimension, adjusting quantity based on personal heat tolerance.
- Continue heating and stirring until cheese transforms into a completely smooth, velvety consistency, approximately 5-7 minutes total cooking time.
- Assess texture and thin with additional milk if the dip appears too dense or thick, aiming for a silky, pourable consistency.
- Remove from heat and transfer immediately to a warm serving vessel, garnishing with fresh chopped cilantro for a vibrant presentation.
- Accompany with crisp tortilla chips, or use as a luxurious topping for tacos, burritos, and nachos while maintaining optimal warmth.
Notes
- Choose high-quality white American cheese for the smoothest, creamiest texture that melts perfectly without separating.
- Always use low heat when melting cheese to prevent burning or becoming grainy, which can ruin the dip’s silky consistency.
- Control the heat by adjusting jalapeño quantities or removing seeds for a milder version, making it friendly for different spice tolerances.
- Substitute lactose-free milk and use vegan cheese alternatives to create a version suitable for those with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 7 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 182 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 335 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 45 mg