Low Carb Cheese Sauce

4.67 from 12 votes

This low carb cheese sauce is made with cheddar cheese and is SO quick and easy to make! Gluten free, LCHF and keto-friendly recipe.

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Cook Time 5

Total Time 5

Net Carbs: 2

Calories: 285

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

½ cup cream cheese
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup water
¾ cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

Set of 3 Stainless Steel & Silicone Whisk 8"+10"+12"

Step-by-Step Instructions

Add the cheddar cheese, cream cheese, heavy cream, and water to a medium saucepan.
Cook over a low-medium heat stirring frequently. If the sauce starts to bubble, reduce the heat.
Once the cheese has fully melted and the sauce is smooth, remove from the heat.
Taste for seasoning and add salt and pepper if necessary.

Nutrition

Calories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 8gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 27gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 428mgPotassium: 328mgFiber: 0gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 4123IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 790mgIron: 0mgNet Carbs: 2g

Notes

2g net carbs per serving (¼ cup).

This recipe makes approximately one cup of sauce.

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Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is my best approximation. Net carbs are calculated as the total grams carbs minus the total grams of fiber.