🧀 Carnivore Cottage Cheese Queso Dip
Description
This Carnivore Cottage Cheese Queso Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and protein-packed twist on the classic queso — without the carbs. Using high-protein cottage cheese blended with melted cheese, it delivers rich flavor and a velvety texture that’ll make you forget regular queso ever existed. Perfect for dipping pork rinds, meat sticks, or even spoon-eating straight from the bowl.
Ingredients
- 1 cup (225g) full-fat cottage cheese
- 1 cup (120g) shredded cheddar cheese (or a mix of cheddar & Monterey Jack)
- ½ cup (60g) shredded mozzarella cheese (for extra stretch)
- 2 tbsp heavy cream (adjust for desired thickness)
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
- ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional, for flavor depth)
- ¼ tsp salt (or to taste)
- Fresh cracked black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend the Base
- Add cottage cheese to a blender or food processor.
- Blend until completely smooth and creamy.
- Melt the Cheese
- In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the blended cottage cheese, shredded cheddar, mozzarella, and heavy cream.
- Season & Stir
- Add garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Stir continuously until all cheese is melted and the dip is smooth.
- Serve Hot
- Pour into a serving bowl and enjoy immediately while warm.
- Perfect with pork rinds, cooked bacon strips, or grilled sausage bites.
Notes
- Blending the cottage cheese first is key to avoiding lumps.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for a smoother melt — pre-shredded often contains anti-caking agents.
- Adjust thickness with more heavy cream or less depending on preference.
Tips
- For extra heat, stir in chopped jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- If making ahead, store in the fridge and reheat gently on the stove over low heat.
- Add cooked crumbled bacon for a smoky, meaty twist.
- This dip works great as a sauce for carnivore-friendly burgers or steak too.
Servings
Yield: ~4 servings
Serving Size: ~½ cup
Nutritional Info (per serving, approx.)
- Calories: 260 kcal
- Protein: 20g
- Fat: 20g
- Carbs: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
Benefits
- High-protein — helps build and maintain muscle.
- Low-carb / keto-friendly — only 2g carbs per serving.
- Quick & easy — ready in under 10 minutes.
- Versatile — works as a dip, sauce, or topping.
- Gluten-free and carnivore-friendly.
Q & A
Q: Can I make this in the microwave?
A: Yes! Blend cottage cheese, add cheese & cream, and heat in 30-second intervals, stirring until melted.
Q: Can I use ricotta instead of cottage cheese?
A: Yes, but the flavor will be slightly richer and less tangy.
Q: How do I keep it smooth when reheating?
A: Warm gently on low heat and add a splash of cream if it thickens too much.
Q: Can I store it in the fridge?
A: Yes, for up to 3 days in an airtight container.
Q: What’s the best dipping option for carnivore?
A: Pork rinds, cheese crisps, beef jerky sticks, or even grilled shrimp.