Description
This Spinach Queso Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer combining cream cheese, white American, and pepper-jack cheeses with fresh spinach and diced green chilies. Perfectly melted and blended on the stovetop or in a slow cooker, it delivers a smooth, flavorful dip ideal for serving with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or bread.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheeses and Dairy
- 1 block (8 ounces) cream cheese, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 12 ounces white American cheese, shredded
- 4 ounces pepper-jack cheese, shredded
- 1 Tablespoon salted butter
- 3 to 4 Tablespoons milk
Vegetables and Others
- 1 can (15 ounces) Rotel (diced green chilies and tomatoes), drained
- 1/2 Tablespoon minced jalapeno (optional)
- 1 ½ cups freshly chopped spinach leaves
To Serve
- Tortilla Chips, Sliced Veggies, and Bread
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan over medium heat (stovetop method), combine the cream cheese, white American cheese, pepper-jack cheese, salted butter, drained Rotel, and optional minced jalapeno. Stir continuously until all the cheeses and butter have melted together smoothly.
- Add Spinach and Milk: Once the cheese mixture has melted, stir in the freshly chopped spinach. Gradually add milk, one tablespoon at a time, stirring after each addition until the dip reaches your desired consistency. Use 3 to 4 tablespoons for a thinner dip.
- Serve: Transfer the hot, creamy spinach queso dip to a serving dish and enjoy immediately with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or bread.
- Slow Cooker Alternative: Grease a 4-quart slow cooker and place the cream cheese, white American cheese, pepper-jack cheese, butter, Rotel, and jalapeno inside. Cover and cook on the low setting for 1 hour. Remove lid, stir in chopped spinach and desired amount of milk, then cook an additional 20 minutes until cheese is fully melted and combined. Stir well before serving.
Notes
- Jalapeno is optional for added spiciness; omit if you prefer mild dip.
- Adjust milk quantity to control the thickness of the dip.
- Use fresh spinach for best texture and flavor.
- This dip can be kept warm in the slow cooker for serving at parties.
- Serve promptly for best taste and texture.
