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White Queso

Name: White Queso Dip (Restaurant-Style)
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients: 8 oz pepper jack cheese; 16 slices white American cheese; 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, drained; 6 fl oz evaporated milk; 1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, finely chopped

This white queso is a creamy, restaurant-quality cheese dip made with pepper jack, white American cheese, and roasted green chiles. It comes together in minutes using either a microwave or slow cooker.

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Total

10 min

Servings

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$13–$21

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Ingredients

8 oz pepper jack cheese
16 slices white American cheese
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, drained
6 fl oz evaporated milk
1/4 cup pickled jalapeños, finely choppedoptional

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Instructions

1
Cube the block of pepper jack cheese.
2
Open the can of green chiles and drain off the liquid.
3
If using, finely chop the pickled jalapeños.
4
In a large microwave-safe bowl, combine the cubed pepper jack cheese and the white American cheese slices, tearing the slices as you add them.
5
Add the drained green chiles and the optional chopped jalapeños to the bowl with the cheese.
6
Pour in about half a can (6 fl oz) of evaporated milk.
7
Microwave in intervals, stirring in between, until all the cheese is completely melted and the queso is smooth and creamy.
8
Stir one final time to fully combine and serve immediately.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Dice the pickled jalapeños finely so they distribute evenly throughout the dip without creating hot pockets.
Shred the pepper jack cheese fresh from the block rather than using pre-shredded; it melts more smoothly without anti-caking agents.
In the microwave, heat in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, to prevent scorching and maintain a silky texture.
Use a slow cooker on low for serving at parties; it keeps queso creamy for 1–2 hours without separating.

Substitutions

Pepper jack cheese → jalapeño cheddar or Monterey Jack (for less heat)
White American cheese → sharp white cheddar or Oaxaca cheese (note: adjust seasoning as these are less mild)
Canned green chiles → fresh roasted poblano or Hatch chile (note: peel and dice, adds fresher flavor)
Evaporated milk → heavy cream (note: reduces cooking time and creates richer dip)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 days. Reheat gently in microwave or slow cooker on low; add a splash of milk if it thickens.

Equipment

microwave or slow cooker · microwave-safe bowl (if using microwave method)

Common Questions

Can I make white queso ahead of time?

Yes. Prepare the dip, refrigerate in an airtight container up to 2 days, then reheat gently in the microwave or slow cooker on low before serving.

What's the difference between white queso and regular queso?

White queso uses white cheeses (pepper jack and American) instead of cheddar or Oaxaca, and typically includes mild green chiles rather than jalapeños as the base, creating a creamier, less spicy dip.