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5-Minute Nacho Cheese Dip (so easy!)
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5-Minute Nacho Cheese Dip (so easy!)

Whisk together an irresistible nacho cheese dip in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients. It's smooth and thick enough to stick on a chip, with just the right balance of tang and spice that you love in a classic nacho cheese sauce. The perfect party appetizer!

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
4 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 178 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces evaporated milk
  • 1 Tablespoon cornstarch reduce to 3/4 TBSP for a thinner sauce
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder see note
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • ¼ teapsoon cayenne pepper
  • 3 Tablespoons jalapeno brine hot pickled
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce more to taste
  • ½-¾ teaspoon kosher salt more or less to taste
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese freshly shredded, medium

Instructions

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  1. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together everything except the cheese. Start with ½ teaspoon of salt if you'd like, adding more at the end if you'd like (I do).
  2. Bring just to a simmer (don’t boil!) for 2-3 minutes while frequently stirring.
  3. Reduce heat to low and stir in the shredded cheese in batches, allowing each addition to melt completely. Keep stirring to ensure the cheese melts smoothly and the dip remains a consistent temperature. Taste test, adding additional salt as needed.
  4. Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish as desired. Enjoy with tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Storage: place leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or stovetop until warmed through, stirring as needed.
  • Yield: approximately 2 cups of dip/sauce.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2ounces Calories 178kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 13g (20%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g (3%) Monounsaturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 41mg (14%) Sodium 391mg (16%) Potassium 160mg (3%) Fiber 0.1g (0%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 498IU (10%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 313mg (31%) Iron 0.2mg (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 178

% Daily Value*

Serving 2ounces
Calories 178kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 7g 35%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g 3%
Monounsaturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 41mg 14%
Sodium 391mg 16%
Potassium 160mg 3%
Fiber 0.1g 0%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 498IU 10%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 313mg 31%
Iron 0.2mg 1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.