Cheesy Velveeta Corn Dip: A Star-of-the-Party Recipe

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Sneak Preview: This Cheesy Velveeta Corn Dip combines seasoned corn, melted processed cheese like Velveeta, and green chiles for a queso that tastes great with chips. Instructions for making the paper serving dishes are included below.

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If you went to college, did you gain weight as a freshman? (Don’t raise your hand.) Cheese dip made with Rotel tomatoes and melted Velveeta was responsible for most of my freshman 15.

Fast forward a few years, and I have a new vice. Once you get started, this Cheesy Corn Dip is as difficult to resist as my freshman favorite.

Not surprisingly, this corn dip is perfect for a holiday or game-day party. Keep your guests dipping by serving the queso from a small slow cooker with corn chips or, my favorite, multi-grain tortilla chips.


Ingredients and Substitutions

  • BUTTER: Use butter, margarine, or vegetable oil.
  • CORN: I specified Southwestern seasoned corn or canned Mexicorn. If you have fresh corn on hand, I recommend making Mexicorn yourself.
  • GARLIC: Fresh or bottled garlic will do the trick.
  • GREEN CHILES: Chopped green chiles from a can are the easiest option.
  • HOT PEPPER PASTERURIZED PROCESSED CHEESE FOOD WITH JALAPENO PEPPERS: This is a store-brand cheese I buy from Krogers. If you can’t find it, substitute white American cheese or Velveeta Queso Blanco. Add chopped pickled jalapeno peppers according to how spicy you want the dip.
  • EVAPORATED MILK: Substitute with half-and-half or heavy cream.
  • CILANTRO: Fresh cilantro is beautiful in this dip, but not everybody likes cilantro. If you don’t know your crowd, serve it on the side.

How To Make Paper Containers for the Chips

Make eating queso more fun by serving the chips and dip in these homemade containers that match your color scheme.

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Containers are made with 8.5 x 5.5-inch pieces of colored card stock and Scotch tape. Use a wax paper liner to keep the cheese sauce from leaking through the card stock.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best way to serve cheese dip at a party?

I like to serve cheese dip in a small slow cooker. That way, you can keep it warm for an hour or two. Cold cheese dip is not very appetizing.

What if the cheese dip gets thick before the party is over?

Add more milk or cream and stir.

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

You could assemble everything but the cheese in advance. Add the cheese within 30 minutes of serving and let it melt.

I can only find the traditional Velveeta cheese. Will that work?

Yes. Don’t forget to add the jalapenos if you want the queso flavor. Or you could try this popular Nacho Cheese Dip that calls for yellow Velveeta cheese.


Random Thoughts: Sometimes, it’s the little things you do when planning a party that makes it memorable. Special containers fit in that category. Have fun with this dip and the containers.


Help at Your Fingertips: For questions or suggestions, email Paula at saladinajar.com. If you need help, I’m happy to troubleshoot via email (faster than leaving a comment). Attach pictures and as many details as possible for the best advice.


WHITE QUESO AND CORN DIP in homemade container with a fork.Pin
Yield: 10 servings

Cheesy Corn Dip Recipe

Southwestern seasoned corn mixed with melted cheese makes a spicy Queso Corn Dip you can serve with corn or tortilla chips.

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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 2 tablespoons (28 g) butter
  • 2 cups (328 g) frozen southwestern seasoned corn or canned Mexicorn, drained drained
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • ¼ cup (34 g) chopped green chiles
  • 16 ounces (453 g) pasteurized processed cheese food (like Velveeta) with jalapeno peppers
  • 1 12-oz can (340 g) evaporated milk
  • fresh chopped cilantro optional

Instructions

  • Melt 2 tablespoons (28 g) butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 cups (328 g) frozen southwestern seasoned corn or canned Mexicorn, drained to a skillet and saute until the corn barely begins to brown. Stir in 1 clove garlic, minced and 1/4 cup (34 g) chopped green chiles.
  • Reduce heat to low. Cut c16 ounces (453 g) pasteurized processed cheese food (like Velveeta) with jalapeno peppers into small chunks and add to skillet. As cheese begins to melt, stir and add 1 12-oz can (340 g) evaporated milk gradually till cheese is dipping consistency. You may not use all the milk immediately, but save it to thin dip as needed. Whatever you do, don’t let this mixture boil, or it will separate and be ruined.
  • Add cilantro just before serving if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 155kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 25mg | Sodium: 868mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 554IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 265mg | Iron: 1mg

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23 Comments

  1. Found your website and blog (because of the salad in a jar!!) now I’m hooked and fascinated! Looking through your recipe pages, this one looks like a must try!
    Seeing the dates on the comments, it’s fun because of the time lapse! Now they are making a white velveeta cheese block (I’ve found it in a couple stores only though!).
    Definitely will be testing this, if I can locate the white velveeta again!!
    Keep up the great blog!

    1. Hi Rita
      I would like to find white Velveeta, too.

  2. Noelle Swanson says:

    I’m making this for Memorial Day this year! It looks so good! I ended up buying Mexican Velveeta so I hope it is as good! I know it won’t look white and pretty like yours! Thanks for the recipe!

  3. Sharron Clemons says:

    Awesome idea about the “baskets”. Are you sure you shouldn’t be teaching school one of these days?

  4. Looks DELICIOUS!!!!!!!!
    I am going to have my preschoolers make these “baskets” in class Sunday as we talk about Jesus feeding the 5,000.

    1. Awesome idea about the “baskets”. Are you sure you shouldn’t be teaching school one of these days?

  5. Ann Hastings says:

    This looks wonderful- I also gained the freshman 15 from velveeta and rotel- being an Indiana girl myelf, I never had it either 🙂
    I am going to make this for our office Christmas Party!!!

  6. What a great blog and the pictures. Well, I am salivating as I look. Who takes those mouth watering pictures?

  7. Love the containers, but seriously, Paula, I LOVE the queso!

  8. these look so good….. i want them now!

  9. This recipe looks scrumptious! And I love your homemade containers.

  10. Looks wonderful and I love the little containers. Thanks for showing us how to make both!

  11. I think I’m more impressed with the crafting! 🙂 What a great idea – especially for the holidays. Cheese is especially welcome this time of year – and I love the southwestern treatment as opposed to the traditional Holiday Cheeseball – looks gorgeous!

  12. Betty @ scrambled hen fruit says:

    Queso is so addictive! This white queso looks delicious- great for a party with those cute little containers. 🙂

  13. Two thumbs up to cheese and corn!! This looks heavenly. My screen is in danger of getting bitten into… Love the cute containers you made out of card stock. What a fun way to serve a snack! 🙂

  14. looks tasty, and the cute card board holders are great thanks for sharing the secret.

  15. Looks great! I will have to pass this on to Brent as he is the queso lover in our family. He can make it at his home now!

  16. I LOVE the little containers. I’ll have to make some when I’m feeling crafty.

  17. Jenn L @ Peas and Crayons says:

    queso is for sure my weakness — looks great!

  18. Jules @ Everyday Mommy says:

    Okay, this has got to stop. Your blog is a much too dangerous place 😉

  19. TheKitchenWitch says:

    You had me at queso. I could bathe in the stuff! Beautiful photo, Paula!

  20. this looks so delicious! I really like such meals!

    have a nice time,
    Paula

  21. Perfect for the holidays…. or anytime! Cleaver serving containers too.