Mexican White Cheese Dip (Print-Friendly Version)

Smooth, cheesy Mexican white cheese dip served warm with chips, ideal for sharing and snacking.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dairy and Fats

01 - 30 grams unsalted butter
02 - 240 milliliters whole milk
03 - 120 grams shredded Mexican blend cheese
04 - 115 grams cream cheese, softened

→ Dry Ingredients

05 - 16 grams all-purpose flour
06 - 0.5 grams garlic powder
07 - 0.5 grams onion powder
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Ingredients

09 - Diced jalapeños, to taste
10 - Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
11 - Tortilla chips, for serving

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Stir in all-purpose flour and cook for 1 to 2 minutes until combined and slightly golden.
02 - Gradually whisk in milk until the mixture is smooth and begins to thicken.
03 - Stir in shredded Mexican blend cheese and cream cheese until fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
04 - Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper, adjusting to taste.
05 - Optionally, stir in diced jalapeños or transfer mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake at 175°C for 10 minutes until the top is bubbly.
06 - Serve warm accompanied by tortilla chips and garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - For a smoother texture, whisk continuously while adding the milk to prevent lumps.