Description
This Rotel Cheese Dip is a creamy, cheesy crowd-pleaser perfect for parties or game day. Combining velvety Velveeta cheese with zesty diced tomatoes and green chilies, it’s easy to prepare and endlessly delicious served warm with tortilla chips or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Dip
- 1 (32 oz) block Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 2 (10 oz) cans Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1/2 cup milk (optional, for a creamier texture)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spice)
To Serve
- Tortilla chips or crackers
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large saucepan or slow cooker, combine the cubed Velveeta cheese and the Rotel diced tomatoes along with their juices.
- Melt Cheese: Heat the mixture over medium-low heat on the stovetop, stirring frequently to prevent sticking, until the cheese is fully melted and the dip becomes smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: For a thinner, creamier texture, gradually stir in the milk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Season: Add garlic powder and cayenne pepper to the dip, tasting and adjusting the spice level to your preference.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Keep the dip warm in a slow cooker on a low setting if desired, or serve immediately alongside tortilla chips or crackers.
Notes
- Use a slow cooker to keep the dip warm for extended periods during parties.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control the spiciness of the dip.
- Milk is optional and can be omitted for a thicker dip.
- Stir frequently while heating to prevent the cheese from burning or sticking.
- Pairs well with a variety of dippers such as pretzels or vegetable sticks besides chips and crackers.
