Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce Recipe

Ignite your taste buds with this spicy, cheesy Pepper Jack dipping sauce! Perfect for dipping Barbara Mooers' Cajun Fireballs (recipe #26684), chips, veggies, or anything you crave. This quick and easy recipe is ready in minutes and delivers a flavor explosion you won't forget.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Calories 242.5 kcal
Protein 19g
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Ingredients for Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese

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How to Make Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce

  1. Melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Whisk in 4 tablespoons of all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until smooth.
  3. Gradually whisk in 1 1/2 cups of milk, ensuring no lumps form. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Add 1 cup of shredded Pepper Jack cheese and continue whisking until completely melted and smooth. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (optional, for extra heat).
  6. Serve immediately with your favorite chips, vegetables, or Cajun Fireballs!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

61g

Carbs

2g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce?

Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce takes about 17 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 12 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce?

Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce has approximately 242.5 calories per serving, with about 19 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 30 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce?

The key ingredients for Pepper Jack Dipping Sauce are Butter, Flour, Milk, Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.

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