Homemade Velveeta Cheese and Cheez Whiz

Homemade Velveeta Cheese and Cheez Whiz

from thespruceeats.com
16 min
1 20 servings

These recipes for homemade Velveeta cheese or Cheez Whiz make excellent substitutes for the brand name products. And they're made with real cheese!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 packet (1/4-ounce) unflavored gelatin
  • 1/3 cup dry milk powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 cups grated mild cheddar cheese or a combination of cheddar and Colby
  • 1 cup evaporated milk
  • 2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Directions

  1. 1

    Line a small loaf pan with plastic wrap, leaving a few inches of excess on both sides of the pan. Alternatively, you may use smaller loaf-size containers.

  2. 2

    Put the water in a saucepan and bring to a boil.

  3. 3

    Combine the gelatine, milk powder, and salt in a blender and pulse to blend.

  4. 4

    Add the boiling water to the blender and immediately pulse a few times.

  5. 5

    Quickly add the cheddar cheese and process until smooth.

  6. 6

    Working quickly, pour or spoon the mixture into the lined pan. Use a spatula to even the top. Cover with the excess plastic wrap and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

  7. 7

    Slice the cheese and use it for cheese and cracker snacks, sandwiches, grilled cheese, or add some to a cheese sauce or dip.

  8. 8

    Wrap in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator. Use within 2 weeks.

  9. 9

    Put the evaporated milk in a saucepan and bring to a simmer.

  10. 10

    In a blender or food processor, combine the cheese, cream cheese, dry mustard, and salt. Add the simmering evaporated milk and process until smooth. Pour into a jar and use immediately (while warm) or refrigerate.

  11. 11

    For a thinner mixture, add some extra hot milk or cream.

  12. 12

    Store in the refrigerator.

  13. 13

    Use within 1 week.