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Christmas Queso (Christmas Cheese Dip)

Published: Nov 10, 2023 · Modified: Dec 5, 2023 by Audrey · This post may contain affiliate links

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Text that says Christmas queso. Above the text is an image of cheese dip in a white bowl with cilantro and tomato on it. Below is a photo of the ingredients needed to make the recipe.

Christmas appetizer recipes do not need to be extravagant, they just need to taste good! This Christmas Queso is a delicious dip to make for friends and family.

White queso (cheese dip) in a white bowl with cilantro and tomato on top. There is one tortilla chip in the dip.

Here in Texas, we call cheese dip, queso which is Spanish for cheese. This Christmas queso is the perfect dip to make for Christmas parties and potlucks. You can make it on the stove top or in your slow cooker.

White queso (cheese dip) in a white bowl with cilantro and tomato on top. There are tortilla chips and a red linen around it.

If you need more great holiday appetizer ideas be sure to also check out this Crockpot Chili Cheese Dip, Christmas Guacamole, and these Bacon Wrapped Dates with Cream Cheese.

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  • 💭 Why you’ll love this recipe
  • 🧀 Ingredients needed
  • 🌶️ Variations
  • 🔪 Equipment needed
  • ⏲️ Recipe instructions (step by step guide)
  • 👩🏻‍🍳 Tips
  • 🥡 How to store leftovers
  • 📋 Recipe FAQs
  • Christmas Queso (Christmas Cheese Dip)

💭 Why you’ll love this recipe

This is an easy festive appetizer. You can quickly make it on the stove top or use your slow cooker to keep it warm for parties.

🧀 Ingredients needed

The ingredients needed to make Christmas queso.

For this cheese dip, you will need:

  • White American cheese: I used the store brand of my local grocery store (H-E-B). If you’re not having any luck finding it at your local grocery store, don’t forget to check with the deli counter. Sometimes the deli will carry it.
  • Diced green chiles: About four ounces.
  • Milk: I recommend using whole milk or 2% milk.
  • Tomato and cilantro: To top the queso with and make it festive.
  • Cumin, chili powder, and salt: The seasonings for the dip.

🌶️ Variations

  • Adjust the spice level. Try adding some pickled jalapeños.

🔪 Equipment needed

You will need a large pot (stove top) or you can make this dip in your slow cooker.

⏲️ Recipe instructions (step by step guide)

A step by step guide (a collage showing 3 steps) on how to make Christmas queso (cheese dip).

Begin by spraying a large pot with non-stick spray. Chop your cheese into cubes and add to the pot (image 1).

Add the spices, milk, and green chiles then heat on medium low heat (image 2). Stir frequently until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined (image 3).

Top with cilantro and diced tomatoes. Serve with tortilla chips.

👩🏻‍🍳 Tips

  • Heat on medium-low and stir frequently.
  • If using your slow cooker, be sure to stir once it starts melting. Stir occasionally and then set to warm once everything is completely melted.
  • You can add a little salt to taste, if needed.

🥡 How to store leftovers

Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in your fridge. It will be good for up to four days after making.

📋 Recipe FAQs

Why is queso called queso?

The word queso comes from chile con queso which is a Mexican recipe for cheese dip. Cheese dip is often called queso in Texas.

Is queso just melted cheese?

Queso is usually the combination of melted cheese, milk or half and half, and tomatoes with chiles.

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  • Christmas Almonds on white parchment paper with a red linen to the side.
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  • close up of a Christmas Cowboy Cookie
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  • matcha crinkle cookies on a tray
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If you tried this Christmas Queso or any other recipe on my site, please leave a ⭐ rating and let me know how it goes in the 📝 comments below. I would love to hear from you!

White queso (cheese dip) in a white bowl with cilantro and tomato on top.

Christmas Queso (Christmas Cheese Dip)

Audrey
Christmas appetizer recipes do not need to be extravagant, they just need to taste good! This Christmas Queso is a delicious dip to make for friends and family.
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 218 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • or slow cooker

Ingredients
  

  • 16 ounces white American cheese *
  • ¼ cup milk you can add more if you prefer a thinner queso
  • 1 small can green chiles (drained) about 4 ounces
  • 1 pinch cumin
  • 1 pinch chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
  • ½ Roma tomato diced

Instructions
 

Stove Top Instructions

  • Begin by spraying a large pot with non-stick spray.
  • Chop your cheese into cubes and add to the pot.
    16 ounces white American cheese
  • Add the spices, milk, and green chiles then heat on medium low heat.
    ¼ cup milk, 1 small can green chiles (drained), 1 pinch cumin, 1 pinch chili powder
  • Stir frequently until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
  • Top with cilantro and diced tomatoes. Serve with tortilla chips.
    2 tablespoons cilantro, ½ Roma tomato

Slow Cooker/Crockpot Instructions

  • Combine all of your ingredients in a small slow cooker.  Cook on low for one hour. Be sure to stir frequently.  You can set to warm once melted to keep warm for parties.

Notes

*Check with the deli at your grocery store if you can’t find it with the cheese.
Any nutritional information is an estimate by online calculators. Please verify using your own data.
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in your fridge. It will be good for up to four days after making.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 11gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 58mgSodium: 1007mgPotassium: 103mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 570IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 607mgIron: 1mg
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