Crockpot Queso Dip
It’s the time of year when I start to think about all the treats that I want to serve up for game day! Honestly I can take or leave the football, but you better believe that I want to go all out when it comes to making sure that we’ve got the best snacks and appetizers. And today I want to share with you my crockpot queso dip!
This one is about as easy as it gets. Everything gets stirred together in one bowl, transferred to the slow cooker, and heated until smooth and melty. After that, it’s hands-off. Just switch it to warm and let it do its thing while you focus on the party, the game, or literally anything else. It’s simple, reliable, and exactly why this dip always shows up when a crowd is involved!
I think you’ll also like my crockpot buffalo chicken dip, crockpot Mexican street corn dip, and crockpot crab dip!
Ingredients
I know many readers prefer a printable recipe card, so I’ve included one for you at the bottom of this post! Feel free to print it out and stick it in a folder at home so you can easily find it again.
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Ground beef, browned and drained — Keeps the dip hearty and flavorful without being greasy.
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Red salsa — Use your favorite since it sets the flavor; mild or spicy both work depending on your crowd.
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Nacho cheese sauce — The creamy base that keeps everything smooth, melty, and scoopable.
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Sour cream — Adds richness and balances the salsa with a little tang.
How To Make Crockpot Queso Dip
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In a mixing bowl, combine the beef, salsa, cheese, and sour cream. Stir until everything is well mixed.
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Pour the mixture into the crockpot and spread it out evenly.
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Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour and 30 minutes, then switch to WARM to keep it melty.
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Serve as a dip or use it as a topping, and enjoy.
Storage & Reheating
Store leftover queso in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Reheat gently in the microwave or on the stovetop, stirring often to keep it smooth.
This dip doesn’t freeze well, so it’s best enjoyed fresh or within a few days!
Recipe Notes
This queso can also be made on the stovetop. Just use a small saucepan, heat it slowly, and stir often so the sour cream doesn’t curdle and nothing sticks or burns.
Since this dip is so simple, using salsa and nacho cheese you actually like makes a big difference! I’m a fan of jalapeño nacho cheese for extra flavor, but use whatever you prefer.
Make sure the ground beef is well drained before mixing so the dip stays creamy, not greasy.
If the queso thickens as it sits, stir in a splash of milk to loosen it back up.
Keep the crockpot on WARM for serving and give it a quick stir now and then to keep everything smooth!
Serving Ideas
This crockpot queso is basically a game-day essential! Set it out with tortilla chips and keep it on WARM so it stays melty.
Add it to a party spread with sliders, wings, taquitos, or nachos and let it pull double duty as both a dip and a topping.
Spoon it over fries, baked potatoes, hot dogs, or burgers when you want something a little extra.
For easy hosting, keep a stack of small plates and a few different dippers nearby so people can scoop, drizzle, and build their own plates.
Crockpot Queso Dip
Ingredients
- 16 oz ground beef brown and drained
- 16 oz red salsa
- 16 oz nacho cheese sauce
- 8 oz sour cream
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the beef, salsa, cheese, and sour cream. Stir until everything is well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the crockpot and spread it out evenly.
- Cover and cook on HIGH for 1 hour and 30 minutes, then switch to WARM to keep it melty.
- Serve as a dip or use it as a topping, and enjoy.
I just love how simple this dip is to make, and yet it serves up some seriously crowd pleasing vibes whenever you’re entertaining and want something that’s sure to go down a treat! It’s so bold and flavorsome, and I hope you’ll enjoy it just as much as I do. Be sure to leave a comment below and share your thoughts!
