Description
This creamy and cheesy corn dip is an irresistible appetizer perfect for game days, cookouts, or holiday parties. Easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1–2 jalapeños, seeded and diced (optional for heat)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a medium baking dish (about 2 quarts).
- In a large bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in corn, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, green onions, and diced jalapeños.
- Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the corn dip mixture into the prepared baking dish. Smooth the top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until bubbling and golden around the edges.
- Let the corn dip cool slightly. Garnish with extra green onions and a sprinkle of paprika. Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or your favorite dippers.
Notes
- Drain canned corn well to prevent a watery dip.
- For an extra golden top, broil for 2-3 minutes after baking, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Consider adding 1/4 cup cotija cheese and 1 tablespoon lime juice for a Mexican street corn variation.
- Stir in 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon for a bacon corn dip.
- Mix in diced chipotle peppers or a dash of hot sauce for a spicier corn dip.
- This corn dip is naturally gluten-free, but ensure your dippers are as well.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat until hot.
- Freezing is not recommended as the creamy base may separate.
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the best meltiness and flavor.
- Allow cream cheese to soften completely for a smooth, lump-free dip.
- Customize with add-ins like red bell pepper, olives, or diced tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Appetizers, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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