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Homemade Cheez Whiz

Try this easy homemade Cheez Whiz recipe for a creamy and flavorful cheese sauce that's perfect for dipping, spreading, or adding to your favorite recipes! Made with real cheese and simple ingredients, it's a delicious way to elevate your snacks and meals.
Course dinner, lunch
Cuisine American
Keyword Cheez Whiz recipe, homemade Cheez Whiz
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 3 cups
Calories 192kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 tablespoon flour
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups grated cheese I used provolone.
  • ½ teapoon garlic powder
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a small saucepan or skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Whisk in the flour and cook for 1-2 minutes until fully incorporated. This will create a roux that will thicken the sauce.
  • Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps from forming.
  • Stir in the grated cheese until melted and smooth.
  • Add garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Remove from heat and set aside.

Notes

Feel free to add more or less milk to adjust the texture of the sauce to your liking.
The Cheez Whiz will thicken as it stands. It’s best to serve it immediately. Cheese contains moisture, and prolonged exposure to air will cause moisture loss. This can result in a dip that becomes thicker and less creamy, as the cheese dries out. Add in a little more milk and stir if this happens.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 192kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 15g