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    Easy Queso Blanco Recipe (Gluten Free, Low Carb)

    Published: Feb 18, 2020 by Stephanie 20 Comments

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    This Queso Blanco is an easy recipe for a smooth and creamy cheese dip. Perfect served with tortilla chips, topped on burgers and so much more. It's made in the slow cooker so great as a make ahead appetizer. Gluten Free, Easy, Low Carb.

    Queso Blanco and tortilla chips
     

    So when it comes to easy appetizers you simply can't go wrong with a warm gooey cheesy dip that comes together quickly in the slow cooker.

    And since we're all about the appetizers, we also love this warm Spinach dip and this Broccoli Cheese dip! Both of which we frequently serve at gatherings.

    HOW TO MAKE QUESO BLANCO

    This Queso Blanco recipe is made in the slow cooker so it really doesn't get much simpler.

    Just gather all the ingredients....

    INGREDIENTS NEEDED

    • Cream Cheese
    • Pepper Jack Cheese
    • Monterey Jack Cheese
    • Green Chilies
    • Half & Half Cream
    • Seasonings
     
    Queso Blanco ingredients
     

    And place all of your ingredients in the slow cooker, then turn it on the low setting.

     
    Queso Blanco ingredients
     

    CAN I MAKE THIS AHEAD

    Yes! This can easily be made ahead and kept warm in the slow cooker till ready to serve.

    You can also store this in a covered container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    TIPS AND SUBSTITUTIONS FOR QUESO BLANCO

    It's recommended that you buy a good quality block cheese and shred it yourself. Since bagged shredded cheese does not melt as easily.

    Cut the cream cheese into pieces before placing in the crock-pot.

    You can use all Monterey jack cheese or all Pepper Jack. I find the combination of using both makes for the best flavor.

    You could also add fresh chopped jalapeno depending on how spicy you like it.

    I like to top it with chopped tomatoes and extra jalapeno for serving.

     
    Queso Blanco dipped with a tortilla chip
     

    OTHER DIPS TO TRY....

    Mexican Corn Dip

    Warm Bean Dip

    Jalapeno Cheese Dip

     
     
    Queso Blanco
     

    Until next time- xoxo

     
     
     
    Stephanie




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    Easy Queso Blanco Recipe (Gluten Free, Low Carb)

    Easy Crock Pot Queso Blanco Dip is perfect game day snack or for any gathering.
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine American
    Prep Time 5 minutes
    Cook Time 2 hours
    Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 291kcal
    Author Stephanie

    Ingredients

    • 6 ounces cream cheese
    • 4 ounces pepper jack cheese shredded
    • 4 ounces monterey jack cheese shredded
    • ΒΎ cup half & half
    • 4 ounces mild green chiles
    • Β½ tsp. garlic powder
    • ΒΌ tsp. onion powder
    • dash of cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    • Put all of the above ingredients in the slow cooker and cook on low 1 Β½ - 2 hours stirring at least once.
    • Can be kept on warm prior to serving or can store any leftovers in fridge covered and can easily be re-heated on stove top.

    Notes

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    Optional toppings: chopped tomato, cilantro, & jalapenos
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    *Nutrition Disclaimer

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 291kcal | Carbohydrates: 3.7g | Protein: 12.5g | Fat: 25.2g | Saturated Fat: 16.1g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 360mg | Potassium: 93mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 0.3g | Calcium: 331mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Updated- originally posted September 2016, updated February 2018

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    Comments

    1. Bintu (@recipespantry)

      November 23, 2016 at 8:50 pm

      I could do with some tortilla chips now to dip away. This looks delish!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 23, 2016 at 10:08 pm

        Thanks Bintu!

        Reply
    2. Stef

      November 23, 2016 at 8:36 pm

      Thanks Luci! And yes they're very useful for gatherings. Some of my favorite recipes are made in a crock pot.

      Reply
    3. Luci | madebyluci

      November 23, 2016 at 8:19 pm

      My OH was trying to convince me to get rid of mine the other day and I was just NOT having it. It's so useful! Granted this summer it didn't get a lot of use, but parties an big gatherings are I swear literally what they were made for!! Fab idea, even if I keep thinking you're talking about UK football and getting confused hehe <3

      Reply
    4. Tara

      November 23, 2016 at 8:16 pm

      Such a great dip for football season and the holidays! Love how easy it is and that it is vegetarian and gluten free. Anything that uses the slow cooker and frees up the stove sounds perfect to me.

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 23, 2016 at 8:34 pm

        Thanks Tara and this dip is pretty much a crowd pleaser as well.

        Reply
    5. westviamidwest

      November 23, 2016 at 8:09 pm

      I love that you make this in a crock pot! Game day food here I come! Pinned to make the day after thanksgiving!

      Reply
      • Stef

        November 23, 2016 at 8:33 pm

        Thanks..Definitely perfect game day food. Hope you enjoy πŸ™‚

        Reply
    6. Stef

      November 23, 2016 at 7:52 pm

      Thanks. Yeah, they're definitely my favorites.

      Reply
    7. insidetherustickitchen

      November 23, 2016 at 7:29 pm

      This sounds incredible..dips and cheese are totally my favourite things especially for watching a movie...yum!!

      Reply
    8. cookingtheglobe1

      October 09, 2016 at 12:07 pm

      This dip looks awesome. I am surely making it soon. Thanks for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Stef

        October 09, 2016 at 1:35 pm

        Thanks and you're welcome πŸ™‚

        Reply
    9. jackiegarvin490

      October 09, 2016 at 4:27 am

      Crockpots are so beneficial for parties. Even if you're not a user of them for regular meals, you should certainly drag them out for carefree entertaining. Great recipe!

      Reply
      • Stef

        October 09, 2016 at 1:34 pm

        Thanks Jackie! I love using crock pots for so many things!

        Reply
    10. Megan | Allergy Free Alaska

      October 09, 2016 at 1:25 am

      I would devour ALL of this! And who doesn't like easy crock pot recipes??! Love it!

      Reply
      • Stef

        October 09, 2016 at 1:34 pm

        Thanks Megan and I definitely have to use self control with this stuff..haha!

        Reply
    11. Michelle @ Vitamin Sunshine

      October 09, 2016 at 1:19 am

      Yum, this looks delicious! Tortilla chips and dip are my weakness πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Stef

        October 09, 2016 at 1:33 pm

        Thanks Michelle! Mine too πŸ™‚

        Reply
    12. Anjali Lalani

      October 08, 2016 at 10:57 pm

      Always love a good queso...especially one that's spicy!

      Reply
      • Stef

        October 09, 2016 at 1:36 pm

        Me too Anjali! Love spicy πŸ™‚

        Reply

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