Creamy Crockpot Rotel Dip (Printable)
Slow-cooked cheesy dip with zesty Rotel tomatoes, perfect for parties and game day snacking.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dairy & Cheese
01 - 16 oz processed cheese (such as Velveeta), cubed
02 - 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
→ Canned Goods
03 - 1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
→ Meats (Optional)
04 - 1/2 lb ground beef or pork sausage (optional)
→ Spices & Seasonings
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
# How To Make It:
01 - If using ground beef or sausage, cook in a skillet over medium heat until fully browned. Drain off any excess fat and set aside.
02 - Add the cubed processed cheese, cream cheese, and the entire can of Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies (including juices) to the slow cooker. If using meat, add the browned meat as well.
03 - Sprinkle in the garlic powder and black pepper evenly over the top of the ingredients in the crockpot.
04 - Cover the crockpot and cook on the low setting for 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until all cheeses are fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy.
05 - Keep the dip warm in the crockpot on the low or warm setting. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It practically makes itself while you focus on having fun with your guests.
- The combination of cream cheese and processed cheese creates a texture that stays silky smooth even after sitting for hours.
02 -
- Resist the temptation to crank the crockpot to high because cheese can scorch on the bottom and ruin the entire batch.
- Stirring occasionally is not optional here since the cream cheese likes to cling to the sides if left alone too long.
03 -
- Cut the cheese into uniform small cubes so everything melts at roughly the same rate.
- If you want a smoother dip faster, stir more frequently during the first hour to help the cream cheese incorporate evenly.