Description
This Halloween Chili Con Queso Dip blends creamy Cooper Sharp White Cheese with green chilies and a mix of spices, creating a smooth, flavorful dip. The optional neon green food coloring gives it a festive, spooky twist perfect for Halloween parties. Ready in just 20 minutes, this dip pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, veggies, or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Base
- 1 pound Cooper Sharp White Cheese, cut into cubes
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
Spices & Flavorings
- 4.5 ounces green chilies, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon pimentos
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 tablespoon flour
Optional
- 6 drops green neon food coloring (for a spooky look)
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Combine with Milk: In a small, thick-walled saucepan, melt the butter over low-medium heat. Add the milk and stir to combine evenly, forming the base for the cheese sauce.
- Melt Cheese: Add the cubed Cooper Sharp White Cheese to the saucepan. Stir constantly for about 5 minutes until all the cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth without lumps.
- Add Spices and Chilies: Stir in the cumin, paprika, pimentos, and drained green chilies. Mix thoroughly to distribute the flavors evenly throughout the queso.
- Thicken the Queso: Sprinkle the flour into the mixture slowly while stirring well to avoid clumps. Continue cooking over low heat, stirring frequently until the dip thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Add Food Coloring (Optional): For a festive Halloween touch, add 6 drops of green neon food coloring to the dip and stir well until the queso obtains a spooky green hue.
- Keep Warm and Serve: Maintain the dip on low heat to keep it creamy. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, vegetables, or crackers. If the dip cools and hardens, reheat gently in the microwave in short bursts while stirring.
Notes
- If the queso becomes too thick, stir in a little more milk to reach desired consistency.
- Use a thick-walled saucepan to prevent burning and ensure even heat distribution.
- Green neon food coloring is optional but adds a fun Halloween effect.
- Leftover dip can be refrigerated and reheated gently.
- Serve with a variety of dippers such as tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or crackers for best experience.
