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    Meals » Recipes » Appetizers

    Instant Pot Queso Dip

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Jan 14, 2019 · Modified: Jan 14, 2019 by Dee

    Easy Instant Pot Queso Dip is made with cream cheese, shredded cheese and without Velveeta. A simple nacho cheese dip recipe for parties or game day.

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    instant pot queso dip in a bowl with tortilla chips and tomatoes and jalapeno peppers

    I have a simple homemade queso dip recipe that my family absolutely loves, but since I'm converting a lot of my recipes to Instant Pot recipes, I decided to make this Mexican cheese dip in the pressure cooker. Easy Instant Pot queso dip with no Velveeta makes a delicious appetizer for parties or game day!

    You're probably wondering why anyone would make dip in an Instant Pot. Well, it's faster than making dip in a slow cooker, and you can leave the dip on the keep warm setting and and munch away! Plus, it's perfect if you don't have a stove or if you're having a potluck!

    To be clear, you're not pressure cooking the cheese dip. You're just using the saute setting to cook it.

    How do you make easy queso dip?

    Start by cooking some chopped onions and jalapeno peppers in butter on the saute setting. You want to cook them just until slightly soft.

    mix butter and onion and jalapeno peppers in instant pot

    Next, throw in your seasonings, and stir.

    smoked paprika with onions and peppers in instant pot

    Whisk in the heavy cream, and let it heat up until it starts to bubble. You'll want to keep stirring or whisking the mixture so that it doesn't burn.

    add heavy cream to instant pot queso dip

    Hit cancel to turn the pot off. Then, stir in the cream cheese until it melts. Next, gradually add the shredded cheese, and stir or whisk until the cheese is melted and smooth. You can use the saute setting again to quickly warm the cheese up before switching to the keep warm setting.

    mix cream cheese and cheese in instant pot queso dip

    I added in some canned diced tomatoes and chiles -- Rotel -- for extra flavor. It's optional -- you can add in your favorite mix-ins here.

    queso dip with tostitos chip

    The queso dip might seem thin at first, but it thickens up as it stands. You can also add more cheese if you want the dip to be even thicker. Serve it with your favorite tortilla chips or veggies, and you're good to go!

    instant pot queso dip recipe in white bowl with tortilla chips and toppings

    What kind of cheese is used to make queso dip?

    This queso dip is made with a combination of cheddar and Monterey jack cheese. I've also used pepper jack to make it spicier. Sometimes I'll make white queso dip, queso blanco, with Monterey jack and mozzarella. For authentic Mexican queso, this article has more info on using authentic Mexican cheese.

    Is queso dip keto friendly?

    This Instant Pot queso dip is made with cream cheese and heavy cream -- no Velveeta or milk -- so it is low carb and keto friendly.

    More Instant Pot dip recipes

    • Instant Pot Buffalo Chicken Dip
    • Instant Pot Jalapeno Popper Chicken Dip

    Instant Pot Queso Dip Recipe

    instant pot queso dip in a bowl with tortilla chips and tomatoes and jalapeno peppers

    Instant Pot Queso Dip

    Published by Dee
    Easy Instant Pot Queso Dip is made with cream cheese, shredded cheese and without Velveeta. A simple nacho cheese dip recipe for parties or game day.
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 20 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 10
    Calories 386 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 4 tablespoons butter, sliced
    • ½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped ( ½ of a medium onion)
    • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped
    • 1 teaspoon sea salt
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1 ½ cups heavy cream
    • 4 ounces cream cheese, cut into cubes
    • 3 cups cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup monterey jack cheese
    • Rotel (optional) or tomatoes or jalapeno slices

    Instructions
     

    • Press SAUTE on the Instant Pot, let it heat up, and add the butter.
    • When butter begins to melt, add the onions and chopped jalapeno, and cook until soft, stirring frequently
    • Stir in the the sea salt, garlic powder, cumin and smoked paprika
    • Add the heavy cream, and heat until it begins to bubble and thicken up, whisking or stirring frequently
    • Hit CANCEl, then gradually add the cream cheese, stirring continuously until it's melted
    • Gradually add the shredded cheddar and monterey jack, about 1 cup at a time, stirring or whisking well after each cup is added
    • Press SAUTE, and cook until cheese is fully melted, stirring continuously -- about 1 minute. Add the Rotel, or other mix-ins, if using
    • Press CANCEL, then press KEEP WARM. Queso will thicken as it sits. Or, transfer to serving bowl and enjoy!

    Notes

    Recipe was made in the 6-quart Instant Pot electric pressure cooker.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 386kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 12gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 594mgPotassium: 103mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1310IUVitamin C: 2.5mgCalcium: 368mgIron: 0.5mg
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    I hope you enjoy this cheesy, easy Instant Pot queso dip as much as we do!

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    Comments

    1. Janet says

      August 15, 2019 at 9:36 am

      How many cups does this make? Making for a pot luck and want to make sure I have enough.

      Reply
      • Dee says

        August 15, 2019 at 2:36 pm

        I want to say around 4 or 5 cups, but you can easily double it.

    2. Kelly says

      March 26, 2019 at 8:25 am

      This looks delish! I'm hoping to make this for a baby shower tomorrow. Are there any adjustments to make to double the recipe?

      Reply
      • Dee says

        March 26, 2019 at 9:37 am

        Nope. You don't have to make any adjustments. 🙂

    3. Miz Helen says

      January 22, 2019 at 7:12 am

      These are great flavors for your Instant Pot Queso Dip, it sure looks good! Hope you are having a great week and staying warm. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday and come back soon!
      Miz Helen5 stars

      Reply
    4. James says

      January 22, 2019 at 6:54 am

      Had this for the games on Sunday! Simple and stayed warm in the pot for the afternoon. Yummy!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 23, 2019 at 8:01 am

        I love that it stays warm! Thanks, James. 🙂

    5. Krista says

      January 16, 2019 at 8:08 am

      This is the perfect add to the Super Bowl menu I have started!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 16, 2019 at 3:13 pm

        Thanks! These are definitely on our Super Bowl Menu. 🙂

    6. Taylor says

      January 15, 2019 at 12:44 pm

      I could eat the whole bowl! Perfect game day appetizer!5 stars

      Reply
    7. Catalina says

      January 15, 2019 at 10:48 am

      This is in my future! So easy and delicious!5 stars

      Reply
    8. Chrissie Baker says

      January 15, 2019 at 5:45 am

      This looks so spectacular. I just love a good queso dip. I’ll have to make this soon as a delicious snack over the weekend.5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 15, 2019 at 8:37 am

        Thanks, Chrissie! I'm just slightly addicted to this dip. 🙂

    9. Kimberly says

      January 15, 2019 at 1:19 am

      Awesome, it's hard to stop eating this once you start!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 15, 2019 at 8:38 am

        That is so true. This dip always goes fast!

    10. Dorothy at Shockinglydelish says

      January 14, 2019 at 6:35 pm

      This will be a perfect addition to our super bowl party! Love the IP!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 14, 2019 at 11:14 pm

        This dip is perfect for the Super Bowl!

    11. Amanda says

      January 14, 2019 at 5:24 pm

      My kids can’t get enough of this ! It’s so tasty!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        January 14, 2019 at 11:13 pm

        Thanks, Amanda! This was a hit with my family, too!

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