Easy 3-Ingredient Game Day Queso Dip
This Easy 3-Ingredient Game Day Queso Dip is a revelation—velvety, spicy, dippable gold that comes together in under 10 minutes. Perfect for parties, it’s the MVP of the snack table.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
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- 1 (16 oz) block Velveeta Cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 (10 oz) can Ro*Tel Original Diced Tomatoes & Green Chiles, undrained
- 1/2 cup whole milk (or half-and-half)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
- Pickled jalapeños (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Cube the Velveeta into roughly 1-inch cubes.
- Place the cubed Velveeta, entire undrained can of Ro*Tel, and 1/2 cup milk into a medium saucepan. Do not turn on the heat yet.
- Place the saucepan over medium-low heat.
- Stir frequently with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula as the mixture heats. The Velveeta will soften and melt into the liquid. Keep scraping the bottom and sides to prevent sticking. This takes about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Watch for the smooth point—the queso will go from looking chunky to suddenly silky and cohesive. The texture should be thick but pourable.
- Once smooth, stir in ground cumin and garlic powder if using. Mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Pour into a serving bowl. Garnish with fresh cilantro or pickled jalapeños if desired. Serve hot with tortilla chips.
Notes
Use medium-low heat to prevent scorching. Do not drain the Ro*Tel—the liquid is essential for consistency. If queso thickens as it sits, stir in a splash of warm milk. For parties, transfer to a small slow cooker set to ‘warm’ to keep it dippable for hours. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; reheat slowly with a splash of milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 6
- Protein: 7
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