Cheese Appetizers

This queso doesn't mess around! Two kinds of cheese are melted with dark beer, and chopped chipotle peppers are stirred in to heat things up.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

If you thought cheese couldn't get any better, think again. This queso blanco dip is here to step up your snacking game. With spicy chorizo mingling in the mix, you might want to...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cream of tartar, eggs, butter, flour, salt, dry mustard, white pepper, whole milk, white cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with French bread, goat cheese, honey, herbs, water, balsamic vinegar

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with parsley, whole milk, sour cream, shallots, peanut oil, pita bread rounds, salt and cayenne pepper, fresh goat cheese

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

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These brie kisses might be better than the real thing. Creamy brie wrapped in puff pastry and topped with a sizzle of hot pepper jelly is certainly a great way to express your love for...

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with sea salt, black pepper, tomatoes, lemon basil leaves, goat cheese, cucumber, olive oil, balsamic vinegar


Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with walnuts, salt, brie, apple, pear, dried cranberries, brown sugar, oats, butter, ground cinnamon

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with crackers, pine sprigs, cream cheese, cheese spread, blue cheese, green onion, Worcestershire sauce, almonds


Time:   1-2 hours

This makes a great cheeseball for parties. Cream cheese and cheddar cheese are mixed together in a ball and rolled in chopped walnuts, parsley, and dried...


Time:   2-5 hours

Made with Corn chips, Triscuits or sliced vegetables, cheddar cheese, onion, butter, diced tomatoes with green chilies, stewed tomatoes, processed cheese

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with jalapeno jelly, green onion, pecans, cream cheese, mayonnaise, Cheddar cheese


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with cream of mushroom soup, Roma tomato, butter, flour, sea salt, milk, muenster cheese, jalapeno pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic salt, Cheddar cheese, butter, sherry, horseradish

Method:   crock pot
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with margarine or butter, cream cheese, hot sauce, sharp Cheddar cheese, blue cheese


Time:   1-2 hours

Made with lemon, Mozzarella cheese, butter, brandy

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with brandy, Gouda cheese, sour cream, cream cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with egg, Gouda cheese, crescent rolls

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Picture this: crispy, golden-brown cheese bites that ooze deliciousness with each bite. These seasoned deep-fried cheddar cheese cubes are the perfect blend of crisp...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

This cheese dip combines Jimmy Dean sausage with Cheez Whiz, cheese soup, and green chiles for a savory and rich appetizer. Conveniently prepared in a crock pot, serve...

Method:   stovetop, crock pot
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with cherry, toothpicks, orange, Cheddar cheese, pineapple chunks


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with hot pepper jelly, black pepper, salt, cheddar cheese, cream cheese, pecans, mayonnaise, green onions, garlic


Time:   2-5 hours

This garlic cheese spread is a great way to add extra flavor to your next party or gathering. It's easy to make and only requires a few ingredients, so it's perfect for a...


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with pecans, green bell pepper, cream cheese, crushed pineapple, green onions


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with fresh parsley, walnuts, garlic, puff pastry, Brie, egg, butter, honey

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

Combining old English cheese, flour, butter, and Worcestershire sauce, these cheese balls are perfect for gatherings. Bake until golden for a tasty treat.

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cheddar cheese, Habanero peppers, American cheese, tomato, bacon, garlic

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with butter, egg yolk, sharp cheddar cheese, sugar, vanilla extract, lemon rind

Method:   oven
Time:   2-5 hours

This delicious cheese ball is perfect for any party or gathering. It's easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients.


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cilantro, processed cheese, picante sauce or salsa

Method:   crock pot
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, processed cheese product, heavy cream, tomato, yellow onion, jalapeno, tortilla chips

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

This cheese ball is always a hit. Dress it up: try rolling it in additional crumbled bacon, chopped parsley, or crushed nuts before serving.


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with mayonnaise, cheddar cheese, onions

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with salt, red pepper, butter, Cheddar cheese, milk, dry mustard


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with Brie cheese, smoked salmon, fresh dill


Time:   over 5 hours

Made with lemon extract, breadcrumbs, butter, Parmesan cheese, cream cheese, eggs, onion

Method:   oven
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with pretzels, cream cheese, dark brown sugar, vanilla extract


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with milk, American cheese, brown mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, spicy vegetable juice, tomato juice, prepared horseradish, green onions

Method:   stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with bacon bits, cream cheese, ranch salad dressing mix, cheddar cheese


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with butter, white sandwich bread, eggs, milk, salt, cayenne pepper or Tabasco sauce, Brie cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with paprika, green onion, lumpfish caviar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, onion, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, Tabasco sauce, fresh parsley


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with puff pastry, pecans, Gouda cheese

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cream cheese, cheddar cheese, egg, garlic, jalapeno jelly

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cream cheese, ranch salad dressing mix


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with cheesecloth, gorgonzola or bleu cheese, ricotta cheese, garlic, walnuts, sage, salt

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

Made with pecans, cream cheese, green bell pepper, pimiento, onion, salt


Time:   1-2 hours

This easy queso recipe will have you dipping your chips in a matter of minutes. Can also add sliced pickled jalapenos to increase the heat.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with crackers, sun-dried tomatoes, cream cheese, goat cheese, butter, basil pesto

Method:   oven
Time:   1-2 hours

Made with butter or margarine, olive oil, onion, celery, green bell pepper, roasted red peppers, green onions, cream cheese, smoked Gouda cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with breadcrumbs, butter or margarine, frozen spinach, fresh mushrooms, onion, garlic, pimento, cream cheese, feta cheese

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with garlic powder, cayenne pepper, wheat cracker crumbs, walnuts, butter, bacon, onion, bacon drippings, cream cheese, eggs

Method:   oven, stovetop
Time:   2-5 hours

Made with hazelnuts, egg, Brie cheese rounds, frozen puff pastry

Method:   oven
Time:   30-60 minutes

Made with cayenne pepper, garlic powder, cream cheese, milk, salsa, ground cumin, onion powder


Time:   under 30 minutes

Made with garlic salt, sour cream, cream of celery soup, frozen chopped broccoli, Mexican Velveeta cheese, Velveeta cheese

Method:   crock pot
Time:   30-60 minutes