Creamy Mexican White Cheese Dip for Your Next Taco Night

A quick and creamy Mexican White Cheese Dip perfect for parties or cozy nights in.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mexican

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 tablespoon unsalted butter adds richness and flavor to the dip
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour helps thicken the dip
1 cup whole milk provides a smooth base

For the Cheese

4 ounces white American cheese chop into small pieces
2 ounces Monterey Jack cheese shredded

For the Flavor

¼ teaspoon garlic powder brings warm depth
¼ teaspoon onion powder adds subtle sweetness
1 pinch ground cumin offers warm, earthy note

For the Heat

½ cup diced canned green chiles drained

To Taste

to taste salt enhances flavors
to taste black pepper adds slight bite
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro optional garnish

Equipment

Medium saucepan

Method

Steps

Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat for 1-2 minutes until bubbly and foamy.
Whisk in the flour and stir constantly for 1 minute to create a smooth roux.
Gradually add milk while whisking continuously for 3-4 minutes until thickened.
Lower heat and incorporate the cheeses, stirring until fully melted (2-3 minutes).
Add garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Fold in the drained green chiles and heat through for 1 minute.
Transfer to a serving bowl and optionally garnish with cilantro.
Serve warm with tortilla chips or your favorite sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 300mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge. Reheat gently on low heat, adding milk if necessary.

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