Recipe by April Viar

Creamy, cheesy comfort food with a spicy kick and zero fuss

This quick and easy queso dip is one of those recipes that feels almost too good to be true. Using vegan Alfredo sauce as the base gives this dip a rich, creamy texture and surprisingly cheesy flavor without complicated steps or long ingredient lists. It comes together fast and delivers big comfort food energy every single time.

This queso is incredibly versatile. Serve it warm with tortilla chips and salsa, drizzle it over burritos or enchiladas, or enjoy it straight from the fridge the next day after the flavors have had time to mingle. If you like things spicy, adding jalapeños or extra sriracha gives it that extra jazz that makes it hard to stop dipping.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ridiculously Easy – Minimal prep and one pan.
• Creamy and Cheesy – Alfredo sauce creates a smooth, rich base.
• Versatile Favorite – Great for dipping, pouring, or snacking.
• Customizable Heat – Easy to adjust spice to your taste.

Quick and Easy Queso Dip

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• Author: J Ivy
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 7 servings 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

Ultra-Creamy Vegan Queso Dip

This ultra-creamy vegan queso dip uses plant-based Alfredo sauce and melty vegan mozzarella for a rich, cheesy texture. Packed with spices, green chiles, and a touch of heat, it’s perfect for chips, burritos, or enchiladas.

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Ingredients

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• 1 jar Simple Truth Plant Based Alfredo Vegan Pasta Sauce

• 1 bag Violife Mozzarella

• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles

• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

• 1 teaspoon onion powder

• 1 tablespoon sriracha

• 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast

• 1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

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Instructions

1. In a pan over medium heat, add the vegan Alfredo sauce and Violife mozzarella. Stir frequently and bring to a gentle simmer until the cheese is fully melted.

2. Reduce heat to low and stir in diced green chiles, minced garlic, crushed red chili flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, sriracha, nutritional yeast, and cilantro.

3. Cook on low for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until everything is well combined and heated through.

4. Remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips and salsa, or use as a topping for burritos and enchiladas.

Notes

Stir often while melting the cheese to keep the dip smooth.

Add sliced jalapeños or extra sriracha if you want more heat.

This dip thickens as it cools and is delicious cold the next day.

Serve immediately for the smoothest texture.

Nutrition info is approximate.

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 10 minutes
• Category: Appetizer, Dip
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1/7 of recipe
• Calories: 210kcal
• Sugar: 3g
• Sodium: 540mg
• Fat: 14g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Carbohydrates: 10g
• Fiber: 1g
• Protein: 5g