Creamy Copycat Chipotle Queso Blanco Dip Recipe Easy and Perfect for Parties
A creamy, smoky, and slightly spicy queso blanco dip that replicates Chipotle’s famous dip, perfect for parties and quick comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) white American cheese, shredded
- 4 oz (115 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt to taste (start with ½ tsp)
- 1 tsp fresh lime juice
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Shred the white American and Monterey Jack cheeses finely and finely chop 1-2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce.
- Pour 1 cup (240 ml) of whole milk into a medium saucepan over medium-low heat and warm gently until hot but not boiling (about 3-4 minutes).
- Gradually add the shredded cheeses to the warm milk, whisking constantly until the mixture becomes creamy and smooth (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the chopped chipotle peppers, 1 tablespoon of adobo sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. Mix well and taste, adjusting salt or chipotle as needed.
- Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon of fresh lime juice to brighten the flavors.
- Transfer the queso blanco dip to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped cilantro if using, and serve warm with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
Notes
Heat milk slowly over medium-low heat to avoid curdling. Whisk constantly while adding cheese to ensure smooth texture. Adjust chipotle peppers to control heat level. Reheat gently with a splash of milk if dip thickens after cooling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (60 ml
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 3
- Protein: 7
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