Cottage Cheese Queso (High Protein & So Creamy!)

Cottage Cheese Queso in a white bowl with a gold spoon. Topped with jalapenos.

5 from 3 votes

Cottage Cheese Queso (High Protein & So Creamy!)

This creamy Cottage Cheese Queso is smooth, tangy, extra cheesy, and comes together in minutes. It's a high-protein dip made with real ingredients that works for game night, parties, or anytime you want something warm and delicious.

Prep Time5

Cook Time3

Total Time8

Course: Appetizer, Dips

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings:

Calories: 178kcal

Author: Nadia

Ingredients

8 oz Cottage Cheese full-fat or low-fat
4 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese
¼ Jalepeno diced
1 teaspoon Taco Seasoning
¼ cup Pico de Gallo

Instructions

Blend cottage cheese in a food processor or with an immersion blender.
8 oz Cottage Cheese
Add the blended cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, diced jalapeno, and taco seasoning to a pot and warm over low heat until the cheese is melted and the dip is warm.
4 oz Sharp Cheddar Cheese, ¼ Jalepeno, 1 teaspoon Taco Seasoning
Transfer the cottage cheese queso to a serving dish on top with pico de gallo or jalepeno.
¼ cup Pico de Gallo

Notes

Expert Tips And Notes

Keep the heat low: High heat causes separation. Low and slow keeps the dip smooth.
Blend fully: A smooth cottage cheese base is key to that classic queso-like texture.
Fixing separation: If the dip breaks, an immersion blender usually brings it right back together.
Taste as you go: Adjust the seasoning once the cheese is fully melted. A small tweak goes a long way.
Use freshly shredded cheese: Skip the pre-shredded cheese here. Most bags contain anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting, which can leave your queso grainy instead of creamy.
Ingredient quality matters: Real cheddar and clean cottage cheese make a noticeable difference in both flavor and texture.

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