Keto Queso

This keto queso is perfect for dipping your favorite low carb snack, but we also like to drizzle it over a low carb burrito bowl or dunk grilled chicken in it!

Course Staples

Cuisine Mexican

Keyword keto queso, low carb queso

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Total Time 20

Servings 1/2 cups

Calories 298kcal

Author Karly Campbell

Equipment

Ingredients

2 tablespoons butter
1/2 medium onion finely chopped
1 medium jalapeno minced
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon salt
¾ cup heavy cream
¼ cup water
8 ounces cream cheese
8 ounces shredded cheddar
4 ounces shredded Monterey jack

Instructions

Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
Stir in the onion, jalapeno, and cumin and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until vegetables have softened.
Add the cream cheese, heavy cream, and water to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, over medium heat until the cream cheese has melted, about 5 minutes.
Reduce heat to low and add the shredded cheese a handful at a time, whisking constantly, until all of the cheese has been added and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Add additional water as desired to reach the consistency you prefer.

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Notes

We like to top our queso with pico de gallo before serving.

You can add extra jalapeno to make this spicier or skip it altogether to keep it more mild.

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