Gluten-Free Cheese Sauce

6 servings

Creamy, cheesy, and delicious! This gluten-free cheese sauce is perfect to pair with gluten-free soft pretzels.

It’s the perfect appetizer for parties, football games, family game night, etc!

Course Appetizer

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 5

Total Time 10

In a medium saucepan, bring the chicken stock to a simmer.
Place the shredded cheese and cornstarch in a ziploc bag and toss to combine.
Add the cheese to the hot simmering chicken stock, one small handful at a time while stirring constantly. Let the cheese melt before adding the next handful.
Once all the cheese is melted, stir in the hot sauce, paprika and season with salt to taste.
Keep the cheese sauce warm over low heat (don’t let it simmer or boil) or in a small crockpot or fondue pot.

RECIPE NOTES

Don’t use pre-shredded cheese in this recipe! This type of cheese often contains additives that change the consistency when you melt the cheese. The best way to get creamy, smooth cheese dip is by using a block of cheese and grating it on your own.
Don't boil the cheese dip. Keep this gluten-free cheese sauce on a very low flame or very low heat. If you let the cheese dip simmer or boil, it will change the consistency of the gluten-free cheese sauce. You can keep the cheese warm, but don't let reach a simmer.
Pair with other side dishes. This gluten-free cheese sauce also tastes great with tortilla chips, cheesy broccoli, boiled potatoes, or even for gluten free macaroni. There are lots of great options. Get creative with how you use it!
Crank up the heat. If you love spice, consider adding extra hot sauce or cayenne pepper to crank up the heat. You could also add garlic powder for added flavor.