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Baked Queso Blanco made easy! With 4 different cheeses and just 5 ingredients, this recipe is a game-changer for cheese lovers. It’s perfect for tailgating and get-togethers!
If you love cheesy dips, try my Jalapeño Popper Dip or Creamy Bean Dip next!
Why We Love This Recipe
- Gooey Melted Cheese – Is there anything better than a cheesy melty dip? This thick and creamy dip will go fast at any game day party!
- Perfect For Dipping – We love serving this dip with tortilla chips, crackers, crostini, or veggies.
- Just 5 Ingredients – This Baked Queso Blanco dip has 4 different kinds of cheese and green chiles, that’s it! It’s super easy to make and perfect for a last minute appetizer or snack.
RECIPE WALK-THROUGH
How To Make Baked Queso Blanco
See the recipe card below for full, detailed instructions
Gather your ingredients. You could use other white cheeses instead of the ones shown, like White American Cheese, Mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
Beat cream cheese with electric mixer until smooth. This step will help the dip become more creamy.
Add in remaining ingredients, and mix on low to combine. Spread into the prepared baking dish or a medium-sized cast iron skillet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. For browning, cook under the broiler for 3-5 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
Garnish with fresh jalapeno slices and serve immediately!
Recipe Tips
- Slow Cooker or Microwave Dip – Make this Queso Blanco in a crockpot for an easy slow cooker cheese dip, and if you’re short on time, you could even microwave.
- Make It Spicy – If you want it spicier, swap the can of green chiles for jalapenos.
- Different Cheese – Can’t find Fontina? Swap it out for mozzarella. If you don’t want any heat, you could use regular monterey jack instead of pepper jack. White American cheese would also be delicious in this dip. The key is to use cheeses that melt easily.
- Cream Cheese – I recommend using full fat cream cheese for the creamiest consistency and best flavor.
- Shred Your Own Cheese – Shred the cheese fresh off the block for dips like this where you want consistent melting. The pre-shredded cheese has a coating that prevents proper melting.
- For A Thinner Dip – This dip has a thick consistency, rather than the kind you would make on the stovetop. If you want a thinner consistency, replace the Fontina cheese with shredded white American cheese and add a splash of milk while beating the cream cheese.
Serving Suggestions
This queso blanco dip is best served hot and as fresh out of the oven as possible.
Baked Queso Blanco goes perfectly with other Mexican-inspired appetizers like Nachos Supreme, Guacamole, and Crispy Chicken Flautas.
If you want more of a traditional game day spread, serve it with Jalapeno Poppers, BBQ Chicken Sliders, and Crispy Baked Buffalo Wings.
Storage Tips
The Best Way to Store Leftovers
This dip is best served immediately.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eaten within 2-3 days. You can reheat in the microwave at 50% power to keep the cheese from separating. I don’t recommend freezing it.
More Cheesy Dip Recipes
- Jalapeno, Bacon & Corn Cheese Dip
- Goat Cheese & Marinara Dip
- Cheesy Sausage Dip
- Cheesy Baked Garlic Dip
- Easy 3-Ingredient Chili Cheese Dip
Easy Baked Queso Blanco Dip
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Cream cheese softened
- 1 cup Shredded fontina cheese
- 1 cup Shredded white cheddar
- 1 cup Shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 4-ounce Can diced green chiles
- Sliced jalapenos for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Spray a 2-quart baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer until smooth. This will help the dip be more creamy. Add remaining ingredients, mix on low to combine. Spread into the prepared baking dish or a medium-sized cast iron skillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until golden and bubbly. For browning, cook under the broiler for 3-5 minutes. Watch closely to avoid burning.
- Serve immediately with chips, crackers or crostini.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Disclaimer Kristin Maxwell of “Yellow Bliss Road” is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. For accurate calorie counts and other nutritional values, we recommend running the ingredients through your preferred online nutritional calculator. Calories and other nutritional values can vary depending on which brands were used.
Finally! An easy cheesy dip that is make ahead!! Totally making this!
Nice! Thanks for stopping by Dina.