No Cook Cheddar Cheese Sauce

Whip up creamy, tangy, and irresistibly smooth "No Cook Cheddar Cheese Sauce" in just 10 minutes—no stovetop required! This quick and easy recipe brings together sharp cheddar cheese, silky cream cheese, and rich whole milk for a luscious base, elevated with a hint of Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and optional hot sauce for a touch of heat. Perfect for drizzling over steamed veggies, dunking fries, or pairing with your favorite nachos, this versatile sauce is a must-have for effortless entertaining or weeknight snacking. With no cooking involved, it’s ready in minutes, making it the ideal choice when you’re craving bold, cheesy flavor without the fuss.

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, finely shredded
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 0.25 cups Sour cream
• 1 teaspoons Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Hot sauce (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese.

Step 2

Add the whole milk, sour cream, and Dijon mustard to the bowl.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and hot sauce if using.

Step 4

Using a handheld mixer or food processor, blend the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 5

Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 6

Taste the cheese sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or hot sauce to suit your preference.

Step 7

Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to use.

Step 8

If refrigerated, let the sauce sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes and stir well before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	523 grams (523.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1477

Total Fat 127.10g	163%
Saturated Fat 81.80g	409%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 409mg	136%
Sodium 2545mg	111%
Total Carbohydrate 25.50g	9%
Dietary Fiber 0.30g	1%
Total Sugars 13.80g
Protein 69.50g	139%

Vitamin D 102IU	509%
Calcium 1945mg	150%
Iron 1mg	8%
Potassium 479mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.1%

Protein: 18.2%

Carbs: 6.7%