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Creamy Chili Cheese Velveeta Dip

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A creamy, cheesy, and spicy Velveeta dip perfect for crowd-pleasing snacks, easy to make and ideal for parties or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 16 oz Velveeta cheese, cubed
  • 1 can (15 oz) chunky chili, with or without beans
  • 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • 1 fresh jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
  • Small handful fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cube the Velveeta cheese into roughly 1-inch pieces. Dice the jalapeño finely if using. Open the cans of chili and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, add the Velveeta cubes and 1/4 cup milk. Stir gently and continuously to prevent scorching until the cheese is mostly melted and smooth, about 5–7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the entire cans of chunky chili and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Keep stirring until fully incorporated and heated through, about 5 minutes. The mixture should be thick and creamy.
  4. Sprinkle in onion powder, garlic powder, and ground cumin if using. Stir well and taste to adjust seasoning. Add the finely diced jalapeño now if you want more heat and stir evenly.
  5. Remove from heat once the dip is hot and smooth. Transfer to a serving bowl or slow cooker set to warm. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro.
  6. Serve immediately with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or warm pretzels. If the dip thickens, warm gently and stir, adding a splash of milk if needed to loosen.

Notes

Melt Velveeta slowly over low heat to avoid grainy texture. Stir constantly to prevent burning. Adjust thickness by adding milk or cooking longer to reduce liquid. Use slow cooker on low or warm to keep dip creamy during serving. For dairy-free, try dairy-free Velveeta-style cheese and coconut milk (not extensively tested).

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