Queso Blanco Dip

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 11

Spicy and Creamy Queso Blanco Dip Recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

5 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 cup half-and-half , or as needed
	1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
	1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes , or to taste
	2 tablespoons diced jalapeno pepper
	1/8 teaspoon chili powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

356

Sugar

Fat

32g

Queso Blanco Dip is a popular Mexican-style dip that is often served as an appetizer or snack. It's made with creamy half-and-half, aromatic spices, and shredded white cheese melted into a smooth and spicy dip that pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or vegetables. The dip is creamy, cheesy, and has a kick of heat that makes it a crowd-pleaser. It takes only a few ingredients and minimal effort to prepare this mouth-watering recipe.

Instructions

1.	In a medium-size pot, heat half-and-half over medium heat until it starts to steam.
2.	Add ground cumin, black pepper, salt, red pepper flakes, diced jalapeno pepper, and chili powder to the pot.
3.	Turn the heat to low and let the ingredients simmer for 2-3 minutes until combined.
4.	Gradually add the shredded white cheese into the pot.
5.	Keep stirring frequently until the cheese completely melts and the mixture becomes smooth.
6.	Serve the Queso Blanco Dip hot with tortilla chips or sliced vegetables.

PROS

Queso Blanco Dip is extremely easy to prepare and doesn’t require any extensive cooking skills.

The dip is creamy, cheesy, and packs a spicy punch with fresh jalapeno peppers and chili powder.

It can be an excellent addition to your party menu.

CONS

The dip can be addictive and high in calories due to the heavy use of cheese and half-and-half.

It’s not an everyday food item but can be enjoyed on special occasions.

The recipe is a little spicy and may not cater to everyone’s taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although the Queso Blanco Dip is not particularly nutritious, jalapeno peppers have impressive health benefits.
They are rich in vitamin C, reduces inflammation and could aid in weight loss.
The chili powder used in the recipe may help in improving metabolism and digestion.