Description
Creamy, zesty Cheesy Taco Dip brings Mexican-inspired flavors to your snack table with bold, irresistible layers of melted cheese and spicy ground beef. Packed with fresh toppings and served with crisp tortilla chips, this crowd-pleasing appetizer will make your gathering deliciously memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
Cheeses:
- 1 block 16 ounces (454 grams) Velveeta cheese, cubed
- 1 package 8 ounces (227 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups (226 grams) Fiesta Blend cheese (or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack), shredded
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 1 can 10 ounces (283 grams) Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning (homemade or store-bought)
Serving:
- Tortilla chips or sliced veggies
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat until thoroughly browned, carefully draining excess fat.
- Into the same skillet, introduce cubed Velveeta, softened cream cheese, Fiesta Blend cheese, drained Rotel, and taco seasoning, stirring consistently until ingredients meld into a silky, uniform mixture.
- Evaluate the dip’s flavor profile, potentially enhancing with additional taco seasoning or a dash of cayenne for increased heat intensity.
- Transition the molten cheese mixture into a serving vessel or slow cooker, maintaining a warm temperature for optimal dipping consistency.
- Present alongside crisp tortilla chips or fresh vegetable slices, creating an irresistible appetizer perfect for social gatherings or casual snacking.
Notes
- Select lean ground beef to reduce excess grease and create a healthier dip version.
- Use low-fat cream cheese and reduced-fat Velveeta for a lighter alternative without compromising flavor.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting taco seasoning or adding fresh jalapeños for extra heat.
- Keep dip warm in a slow cooker for party settings, ensuring smooth consistency and easy serving throughout the event.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 328
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 26 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg