Cottage Cheese Queso

5 from 1 vote

This viral 3-ingredient Cottage Cheese Queso tastes so cheesy and delicious that you won't guess it's low calorie and packed with 20 grams of protein! You can microwave, bake or air fry it, before dipping in tortillas or nachos.

Prep Time4

Cook Time1

Total Time5

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: Gluten-free, High Protein, Keto, Low calorie, Low carb, Low fat

Keyword: cottage cheese

Servings: servings

Equipment

high speed blender or food processor/ immersion blender

Ingredients

1 cup (230 g) cottage cheese 4% fat recommended
½ cup (50 g) shredded pepper jack cheese or preferred shredded cheese
½ tbsp taco seasoning see notes for homemade recipe

Instructions

Add to a food processor or a high speed blender cottage cheese. Blend on high for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until it reaches a smooth and creamy texture. If necessary, scrape down sides with the help of a spatula.
Transfer blended cottage cheese to a microwave-safe bowl, then mix with shredded cheese and taco seasoning until combined. As an alternative, blend all ingredients together.
Place the cottage cheese mixture in the microwave and microwave in 15-20 seconds intervals until warm and melty–it should take 1 to 1 ½ minutes in total. Do not overheat, or it will separate.
Serve warm with your favorite toppings and tortilla chips or veggies.

Notes

Homemade Taco Seasoning

Mix 1/4 tsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/8 tsp garlic powder, and 1/8 tsp smoked paprika, adjusting with cayenne or red pepper flakes for more spiciness.

Alternative Cooking Methods

Oven – Bake cottage cheese queso at 340°F (170°C) for 8-12 minutes, until warm and melty. Do not overheat, or the dip may start separating.
Air fryer – Air fry cottage cheese queso at 300°F (150°C) for 7-10 minutes, until warm and melty. Do not overheat, or the dip may start separating.
Stovetop – Place the dip in a nonstick saucepan and cook on low heat for 3-5 minutes. Do not overcook, or the dip may start separating.

Storage Directions

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. When ready to eat, reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds, stirring in between to bring back its creamy consistency.

Nutritional Values

This recipe makes 2 servings. Nutritional values provided are approximations, calculated for one serving and for a dip made with 4% fat cottage cheese. Keep in mind that nutritional values may vary depending on the fat percentage of the cottage cheese and shredded cheese used, or additional toppings. For precise macros, I recommend calculating your own based on specific ingredients used.

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