Keto Queso Dip
This creamy, ultra-cheesy keto queso dip melts together in just 20 minutes for the perfect game-day or movie-night snack. Loaded with sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and a hit of green chiles, each serving has only 2.4g net carbs and tastes far too rich to be low-carb.
Head of Nutrition · June 17, 2026
Nutrition per serving
Per serving · makes 8. Values are estimates; brands vary.
Rich, melty, and ready in about 20 minutes, this keto queso dip turns sharp cheddar, cream cheese, and green chiles into the ultimate low-carb crowd-pleaser. Scoop it up with pork rinds or fresh veggies for a snack that feels like a cheat but keeps you firmly in ketosis.
Ingredients
- 4 oz full-fat cream cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
- 4 oz Monterey Jack cheese, freshly shredded
- 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles, drained
- 1/4 cup canned diced tomatoes, drained
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum (optional, for thickening)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1
In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the cream cheese, heavy cream, and almond milk. Whisk gently until the cream cheese fully melts and the mixture is smooth, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- 2
Stir in the minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 3
Reduce heat to the lowest setting and add the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack a handful at a time, stirring constantly until each addition melts before adding more. This keeps the dip silky and prevents graininess.
- 4
Fold in the drained green chiles and diced tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
If you want a thicker dip, sprinkle the xanthan gum over the surface while whisking briskly, then cook 1 more minute. Serve warm.
Tips & notes
- Always shred cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese is coated with anti-caking starch that makes the dip grainy and adds hidden carbs.
- Keep the heat low throughout. High heat causes the cheese to seize and the fats to separate.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop or in short microwave bursts, stirring in a splash of cream to loosen it back up.
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Frequently asked questions
- How many carbs are in keto queso dip?
- Each serving has 2.4g net carbs (2.9g total carbs minus 0.5g fiber), with 268 calories, 9g protein, and 24g fat. This recipe makes 8 servings of about 1/3 cup each.
- What can I dip in keto queso without breaking ketosis?
- Skip the tortilla chips and use pork rinds, sliced bell peppers, celery sticks, cucumber rounds, cherry tomatoes, or low-carb cheese crisps. Pork rinds are the closest crunchy stand-in for chips at zero carbs.
- Why is my queso dip grainy or oily?
- Graininess and oil separation almost always come from too much heat or pre-shredded cheese. Melt the cheese slowly over the lowest heat, add it in small handfuls, and use freshly shredded blocks for a smooth, creamy result.
