Smoked Queso Dip Recipes: Three Easy Variations to Make Recipe
Indulge in the smoky, gooey goodness of these versatile Smoked Queso Dip Recipes. With three easy variations to choose from, you can enjoy a classic queso or spice things up with habanero or chorizo for a seriously flavorful dip.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1-2 hours
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes - 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: Varies
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Classic Queso Dip:
- 8 oz White American Cheese
- 4 oz Pepper Jack Cheese
- 4 oz Chorizo Crumbles
- 1 tbsp Garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk (or heavy cream)
Habanero Queso Dip:
- 8 oz Velveeta Cheese
- 6 oz Sausage Crumbles (tube style breakfast sausage)
- 5 oz Cream of Mushroom Soup (1/2 a can if using single recipe)
- 1/2 cup Pace Picante Medium Salsa
Spicy Chorizo Queso Dip:
- 4 oz Pepper Jack Cheese
- 4 oz White American Cheese
- 10 oz Velveeta
- 4 oz Chorizo Crumbles
- 3 tbsp Rotel Tomatoes with Green Chilis
- 2 tbsp Garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp Jalapeno (minced or finely diced)
- 2 tbsp White Onion (minced or finely diced)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your smoker to medium-high heat, around 375 degrees F, and set the smoke level to high for maximum flavor.
- Cut and Arrange Cheeses: Cube all cheeses into 1/2″ pieces for even melting. Allow them to come to room temperature for better consistency.
- Layer Ingredients: Layer cheeses, meats, salsas, and veggies in a Dutch oven or disposable foil pan.
- Smoke the Queso: Place the pan on the smoker or grill side and cook for 1-2 hours, stirring every 20 minutes for even cooking.
- Adjust Consistency: If needed, add sour cream, milk, or heavy cream for desired creaminess.
- Serve: Enjoy with tortilla chips, Fritos, or fresh veggies as dippers.
Notes
- Experiment with different cheeses and spice levels to customize your queso dip.
- Adjust the cooking time based on desired smokiness and consistency.
- Feel free to add additional toppings like cilantro, diced tomatoes, or avocado for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 295 kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Smoked Queso Dip, Queso Dip Recipes, Appetizer, Smoked Cheese Dip
