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Crockpot Queso Blanco

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This creamy and super cheesy Crockpot Queso Blanco with bacon is downright addictively delicious with lots of porky goodness and green chilis for a hint of spice! It’s a really easy 9-ingredient recipe that makes a perfect snack or party appetizer!

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  • Easy Crockpot Queso Blanco Recipe
  • Why You’ll Love This Queso Blanco
  • Ingredients You’ll Need
    • Dip
    • Toppings
  • How To Make Crockpot Queso Blanco
    • Slow Cook The Queso
    • Finish The Dip
    • Serve And Enjoy
  • What Is Queso Blanco?
  • Can I Make This Recipe Without A Crockpot?
  • Expert Tips
  • Storage
  • Looking for More Dip Recipes? Try These:
  • Crockpot Queso Blanco
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Equipment
    • Notes
    • Nutrition Information
  • Did You Make This?

Easy Crockpot Queso Blanco Recipe

This crowd pleasing queso blanco recipe is going to make your taste buds dance! It’s creamy, cheesy, spicy, smooth, and it has bacon in it! Need I say more!?! Bacon just makes everything better without even trying. And when you combine crispy cooked bacon together with some melted cheese and green chilis, it’s a winning combination that is just begging to be eaten.

But the best part about this recipe aside from the fact that it’s so darn tasty is that it’s so darn easy to make! You just dump everything into your crockpot and walk away. That’s it! Then you come back about an hour later and it’s ready to go, which is why this is the perfect party dip. It requires almost no effort and you can even serve it out of the crockpot if you like! 

And just like my Chile Con Queso, this dip is most often served with tortilla chips or crackers similar to dishes like nachos. But you can also serve it with some homemade Flour Tortillas or even some fresh-cut veggies. It’s amazing on anything. Heck, I’d even suggest pouring it over Grilled Chicken Breast like a sauce and serving it with a side of steamed rice. 

a bowl with queso blanco topped with tomatoes and cilantro surrounded by crackers.

Why You’ll Love This Queso Blanco

  • Easy Recipe! With almost no prep required, all you have to do to make this tasty cheesy dip recipe is just dump 7 ingredients into a crockpot and then let it do its magic. 
  • Cheesy Dip With Bacon! Made with 2 types of white cheese, green chilis, and bacon all slow cooked together and then topped with fresh tomatoes and cilantro this crockpot queso blanco dip is incredible.  
  • Party Favorite! This super easy queso blanco is perfect for your next family get-together or party! Once you set this dip out with some tortilla chips your guests will be in heaven. 

Ingredients You’ll Need

ingredients needed to make crockpot queso blanco.

Dip

  • Swiss Cheese – This sweet, mild, nutty cheese adds a lovely texture and layer of flavor to the queso. Mozzarella cheese is another good option or even white American cheese.
  • Monterey Jack Cheese – Used in equal parts with the Swiss cheese, you can also use Pepper Jack if you prefer. 
  • Green Chilis – These canned chilis give the queso some yummy mild spiciness.
  • Bacon – Takes this dip to the next level with a bit of porky yumminess. You can also use turkey bacon if you like. For other variations, you could also add some ground beef or chorizo too!
  • Heavy Cream – Gives the dip a smooth creamy texture.
  • Butter – Always use unsalted butter to control the level of added salt.
  • Black Pepper – Use freshly ground black pepper if you have it on hand.

Toppings

  • Tomato – Adds a final layer of freshness and flavor. 
  • Cilantro – Used as a garnish. Fresh parsley is another option if you don’t like cilantro.

How To Make Crockpot Queso Blanco

This tasty dip recipe is simple! I made it in my baby crockpot, but any size slow cooker can be used. The only difference is how long it will take to cook and at what setting. 

Slow Cook The Queso

process shots showing how to make crockpot queso blanco.

To begin, put all the dip ingredients into a crockpot. You don’t even need to mix them together. Then turn it on and cook everything together on High for 45 minutes or on Low for 1 hour and 15 minutes. If you are using a small crock pot it will take a little over an hour.

Finish The Dip

After the dip has cooked for a bit and it’s getting super creamy, stir everything together with a spoon. Then cook it for another 15 minutes on Low to give the flavors a bit more time to meld and reach your desired consistency.

Serve And Enjoy

When the queso blanco is finished cooking, top it with some fresh chopped tomatoes and cilantro. Then serve it with some tortilla chips and crackers to enjoy. 

a bowl with queso blanco topped with tomatoes and cilantro surrounded by crackers.

What Is Queso Blanco?

In Tex-Mex cuisine, queso blanco refers to a white cheese dip, which is exactly what we’ve got here. But queso blanco, which literally translates to white cheese in Spanish, is also the name of a type of crumbly, soft fresh cheese most often used in Mexico and other Latin American countries.

Can I Make This Recipe Without A Crockpot?

Yes, of course! But the best way to do it is using the double boiler method so the cheese doesn’t burn. To do this, put all the of the queso dip ingredients into a heat-safe bowl that is big enough to sit on the rim of a medium saucepan without touching the bottom. Then bring about 1 inch of water to a boil in the medium saucepan. Next, reduce to medium-low heat to bring the water to a simmer, and then set the bowl on top of the saucepan. Then cook the dip for about 10 to 15 minutes while stirring often. 

a bowl with queso blanco topped with tomatoes and cilantro surrounded by crackers.

Expert Tips

  1. Cooked crispy bacon. The bacon needs to be cooked before it’s added to the crockpot. And the easiest way to cook it is to make a batch of Air Fryer Bacon. 
  2. Double the recipe. This recipe makes 4 servings, so if you are making this dip for a crowd you’ll need to double or triple the recipe and use a large slow cooker.
  3. Make it even spicier. Add some diced jalapenos or serrano peppers to the slow cooker along with the other ingredients to make the queso blanco a little spicier.

Storage

Leftover crockpot queso blanco dip will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months in an airtight container. To reheat, just put the leftovers in the microwave for a few minutes on medium power, stirring it every minute. You can also reheat it on the stovetop over medium heat. However, if the queso has been frozen you will need to let it thaw out overnight in the fridge before reheating. 

a bowl with queso blanco topped with tomatoes and cilantro surrounded by crackers.

Looking for More Dip Recipes? Try These:

  • Spicy Cheesy Corn and Tomato Dip
  • Baja Spinach Dip
  • Spinach and Artichoke Dip In a Bread Bowl
  • Bacon Corn Dip
  • Skillet Pizza Dip
  • Sloppy Joe Dip
  • Lasagna Dip
  • Chile Con Queso
  • Super Easy Taco Dip

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4.50 from 58 votes

Crockpot Queso Blanco

Prep 5 minutes minutes
Cook 1 hour hour
Total 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
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This creamy and super cheesy Crockpot Queso Blanco with bacon is downright addictively delicious with lots of porky goodness and green chilis for a hint of spice! It’s a really easy 9-ingredient recipe that makes a perfect snack or party appetizer!
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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces Swiss cheese (shredded or cut into cubes, 115 g)
  • 4 ounces Monterey Jack cheese (shredded or cut into cubes, 115 g)
  • 4 ounces green chiles (chopped)
  • ¼ cup bacon (fried, chopped)
  • 3 tablespoons heavy cream
  • 1 tablespoon butter (unsalted)
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper

Toppings

  • 1 small tomato (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro (chopped)

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Instructions 

  • Add all the ingredients to a slow cooker, no need to mix anything yet. Cook on high for 45 minutes or on low for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  • Stir everything together with a spoon and continue cooking on low for another 15 minutes.
  • Top with chopped tomatoes and chopped cilantro and serve with tortilla chips or crackers.

Equipment

  • 6-Quart Programmable Slow Cooker

Notes

  1. Cooked crispy bacon. The bacon needs to be cooked before it’s added to the crockpot. And the easiest way to cook it is to make a batch of Air Fryer Bacon. 
  2. Double the recipe. This recipe makes 4 servings, so if you are making this dip for a crowd you’ll need to double or triple the recipe and use a large slow cooker.
  3. Make it even spicier. Add some diced jalapenos or serrano peppers to the slow cooker along with the other ingredients to make the queso blanco a little spicier.
  4. Leftover dip will keep in the fridge for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months in an airtight container. To reheat, just put the leftovers in the microwave for a few minutes on medium power, stirring it every minute. You can also reheat it on the stovetop over medium heat. However, if the queso has been frozen you will need to let it thaw out overnight in the fridge before reheating. 

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1servingCalories: 355kcal (18%)Carbohydrates: 4g (1%)Protein: 17g (34%)Fat: 30g (46%)Saturated Fat: 17g (106%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 82mg (27%)Sodium: 420mg (18%)Potassium: 142mg (4%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 916IU (18%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 476mg (48%)Iron: 0.4mg (2%)
© Author Joanna Cismaru

Notice: Nutrition is auto-calculated for your convenience. Where relevant, we recommend using your own nutrition calculations.

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LAURA A RAGSDALE
LAURA A RAGSDALE
Posted: 4 months ago

I’ve made lots of JoCooks recipes and ALWAYS Love them! But this one did not work, the cheese was clumpy and the rest was watery. Yes, I used freshly grated cheeses. What did I do wrong?

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Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  LAURA A RAGSDALE
Posted: 4 months ago

Sorry to hear this didn’t turn out for you. It could be a result of too much heat, heat is usually the culprit. If you made this on high, try it on low.

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Lindsay Knight
Lindsay Knight
Posted: 2 years ago

5 stars
I’ve made this recipe probably ten times since I found this recipe and love the flavor! The cilantro and tomato toppings are a must, and I use jumbo Fritos as the chips with it. My issue is with the cheese, it seizes up about half the times I try and make this. Does anyone have tips to keep it liquidy?

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Jo Cooks Team
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Reply to  Lindsay Knight
Posted: 2 years ago

Shred hour cheese fresh instead of using pre-shredded. The bags of shredded cheese will have a coating to keep the pieces separated- give it a feel! Very grainy.

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Jan Brandom
Jan Brandom
Posted: 3 years ago

How much queso does this make? 2 quarts?

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Jan Brandom
Posted: 3 years ago

You’ll get about 2 cups worth.

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Donna
Donna
Reply to  Joanna Cismaru
Posted: 5 months ago

Can you double the recipe for a crowd and if so does it change the cook time

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Joanna Cismaru
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Reply to  Donna
Posted: 5 months ago

You can definitely double the recipe, and the cooking time should be the same.

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Ash
Ash
Posted: 4 years ago

4 stars
I made this and the flavour was amazing. BUT the cheese thickened so quickly when removed from crock pot, and the oil separated from it all. It wasn’t much of a dip… we ended up spreading it over a plate of nachos as to not waste it. Still giving 4 stars for flavour

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Robin Curtis
Robin Curtis
Reply to  Ash
Posted: 3 years ago

Mexican restaurants Use white America cheese melted with couple Tablespoons cream or half n half wth the green Chile’s, cumin add garlic salt. Yum. Use double boiler to melt cheese so won’t burn

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Punam's Indian recipe
Punam's Indian recipe
Posted: 4 years ago

5 stars
Very interesting dip. Seems delicious, I will definitely cook it.

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Lisa Charp
Lisa Charp
Posted: 5 years ago

Jo: Thans for sharing so many awesome recipes! I’ve printed many of them and plan to make some this weekend and in the new year!

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Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 5 years ago

Oh enjoy them!

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Maripaz
Maripaz
Posted: 7 years ago

5 stars
Where did you find the tortilla sticks? So cute! Going to try this soon!

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 7 years ago

I found them at Sobey’s 🙂 Love them!

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Polly
Polly
Posted: 7 years ago

Do you cook the bacon first?

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Joanna Cismaru
Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 7 years ago

Yes you do, thanks for pointing that out, updated the list of ingredients.

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Suzanne
Suzanne
Posted: 7 years ago

two of my favorite things, bacon and cheese. Thanks

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Bella B
Bella B
Posted: 7 years ago

Yum I got hungry just looking at these pictures! I wish we would get some snow here in BC vancouver is snowless 🙁

xoxoBella | http://xoxobella.com

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Joanna Cismaru
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Posted: 7 years ago

We don’t have much, but enough for now. 🙂

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