If you’re looking for an easy, cheesy dip that’s always a hit—this Crock Pot Velveeta Hamburger Dip is it! With just five simple ingredients, you can toss everything in the slow cooker and let it do the work. Perfect for game day, potlucks, or any get-together, this hearty dip is loaded with creamy Velveeta, savory ground beef, cheddar cheese soup, and a kick of salsa.
This dip couldn’t be easier to throw together—just brown the ground beef, mix in the rest, and let your crock pot handle the rest. No fancy steps or extra prep, which makes it perfect when you need something quick but still crowd-pleasing. It’s a great recipe to have on hand when you want something warm, cheesy, and filling without spending a bunch of time in the kitchen.
Ingredient Notes
This hot dip recipe only takes 5 classic ingredients to make. If you love my classic Crock Pot Velveeta Chili Dip you will love this one too!
Scroll down to the recipe card below for the ingredient amounts and cooking directions.
- Ground beef: use a lean ground beef to cut back on the grease. You could also make this with browned and drained ground sausage.
- Cubed cheese: Velveeta cheese melts to a smooth consistency and works very well for dips and cheesy casseroles.
- Cheese soup: I used canned cheese soup here and in a pinch you could use the same amount of
- Salsa: I used a medium spicy salsa for this recipe. You can go milder or spicier depending on how hot you like your salsa.
Cooking Methods
There are three easy cooking methods you can use to make this cheesy hot dip recipe. I used a crock pot but you can also make the dip on the stove top or a microwave.
- Crock Pot: My favorite way to make hot dips. The slow cooker heats and keeps the dip warm while serving.
- Stove Top: An easy method to cook warm dips but once transferred to a dip bowl the cheese will cool quickly and the dip will turn clumpy.
- Microwave: Once the ground beef has been browned in a skillet and drained you can combine the ingredients in a microwave safe bowl heat the dip quickly in a microwave. But like the stove top method once the dip cools it becomes clumpy.
Important Recipe Notes
- This dip recipe is not meant to be slow cooked in the Lil dipper slow cooker.
- Slow cook on the lowest heat setting to avoid scorching the cheese.
- I made this recipe in a 2 ½ quart crock pot. You can find the Crockpot Manual 3-Quart Slow Cooker which is perfect for making hot dips like this one or Jalapeno Popper Dip and my thick Caramel Apple Dip that clings to apple slices.
- Cooking time is based on the size crock pot I used. If you cook it in a larger slow cooker it will cook much faster but you may also burn the cheese because the dip ingredients will not fill it as deeply. Use caution if you do this.
- Salt to taste after cooking if needed. I find that the cheeses add enough salt for my taste.
Step by Step Directions
Follow the easy step by step directions with pictures below. You can find the more detailed directions in the recipe card below.
- Step 1: Place all of the ingredients in a 2 ½ or 3 quart slow cooker.
- Step 2: Slowly heat the dip on low until the cheeses start to melt. Use a silicon spatula or spoon to stir the dip ingredients to combine.
- Step 3: Continue heating the dip until it is piping hot.
- Step 4: Once the dip is hot enough turn the slow cooker down to the warming setting. If your appliance does not have the warm setting turn the slow cooker off to stop the cheese from scorching. Serve with chips.
- Step 5: To serve you can transfer the dip to a dip and chip serving bowl platter or serve the dip directly from the slow cooker.
How to not burn slow cooker dips?
Do not cook dips with cheese or dairy on high in a slow cooker. The hotter temperature will cause the cheese to scorch on the bottom or the sides of the slow cooker. Slow and low is the way you need to cook dips.
Recipe FAQs
Yes, ground beef needs to be fully cooked in a skillet before mixing it with the other dip ingredients. This step ensures the meat is safely cooked through and gives you a chance to drain off any excess grease before adding it to the crock pot. It only takes a few minutes and helps keep the dip from getting too oily.
To keep cheese dip from burning in a crock pot, cook it on low and set it to the warm setting once the cheese has fully melted and everything is heated through. Stir it occasionally to keep it smooth and prevent it from sticking to the sides.
Yes, you can make this dip ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When you're ready to serve, just reheat it in the crock pot on low, stirring occasionally until it's warmed through. It’s a great way to save time on busy days or when you're prepping for a party.
This rich, cheesy dip is always a hit—perfect for game days, potlucks, or family movie nights. Kids and adults alike will love the bold, comforting flavors. Serve it warm with chips and watch it disappear fast!
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Crock Pot Velveeta Hamburger Dip
Ingredients
- 1 lb. ground beef (browned and drained well)
- 8 oz. Velveeta Cheese (cubed)
- 10.5 oz. can cheddar cheese soup
- 1 cup salsa
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain well.
- Add the cooked beef, Velveeta cubes, cheddar cheese soup, salsa, and black pepper to a 3-quart slow cooker.
- Stir to combine. Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours, or until the cheese is melted and the dip is hot and bubbly.
- Stir well before serving. Serve warm with nacho chips.
Recipe Expert Tips
- The volume of this dip recipe is too large to be slow cooked in the Lil dipper slow cooker.
- Slow cook on the low setting to avoid scorching the cheese.
- I made this recipe in a 2 ½ quart crock pot.
- Cooking time is based on the size crock pot I used. If you cook it in a larger slow cooker it will cook much faster but you may also scorch the cheese because the dip ingredients will not fill it as deeply. Use caution if you do this.
- Salt to taste after cooking if needed. I find that the cheeses add enough salt for my taste.
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