Description
This Easy Traditional Corn Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings and parties. Made with sweet corn, a blend of cheeses, and a mix of spices, it can be served cold or baked hot for a melty, golden dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 (8 oz) block of cream cheese, softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Vegetables & Herbs
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Corn: If using fresh corn, cut kernels off the cob. For canned corn, drain and rinse it. If using frozen corn, thaw and drain excess moisture to avoid excess liquid in the dip.
- Mix Creamy Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese. Stir or blend with a hand mixer until smooth and well blended to ensure a creamy texture.
- Add Cheeses and Spices: Stir in the shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses. Mix in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper thoroughly.
- Incorporate Vegetables: Fold in the corn, chopped green onions, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped jalapeño. If using cilantro, add it at this stage and mix gently.
- Serve Cold or Hot: For a cold dip, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors. Garnish with extra green onions, cheese, or cilantro before serving. For a hot dip, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C), transfer mixture to a baking dish, top with extra shredded cheese, and bake for 20–25 minutes until bubbly and golden. Garnish with crumbled bacon and fresh cilantro if desired before serving.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by removing jalapeño seeds or using less chili powder.
- Fresh corn provides a sweeter, fresher taste but canned or frozen corn works well for convenience.
- Sour cream can be substituted with Greek yogurt for a tangier dip with added protein.
- This dip can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; it tastes great chilled or warmed up.
- Adding extra cheese on top before baking creates a delightful golden crust.
- Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced veggies for dipping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (if baking)
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: corn dip, cheesy dip, party appetizer, baked dip, cold dip, easy dip recipe, traditional corn dip
