Description
A rich and creamy smoked queso dip infused with bold flavors, perfect for gatherings and parties. Made with smoked gouda, cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses, and topped with fresh ingredients for a versatile, crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups smoked gouda, shredded
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 large jalapeños, diced
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
- 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro (optional, for garnish)
- 1/2 cup crumbled bacon (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the smoker to 225°F (107°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine shredded cheese, diced tomatoes, jalapeños, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased cast iron skillet or smoker-friendly dish.
- Place the skillet in the smoker and cook for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even melting.
- Remove the skillet once the cheese is fully melted and creamy.
- Let the dip rest for 5 minutes, garnish with desired toppings, and serve warm with dippers of your choice.
Notes
- Experiment with wood chips like hickory or mesquite for different smoke profiles.
- Adjust spice levels by adding more or fewer jalapeños.
- To thin the dip, stir in a small amount of milk or cream during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Smoking
- Cuisine: Smoking
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: smoked queso dip, creamy cheese dip, smoky appetizers, party snacks, homemade queso