Easy Traditional Corn Dip Recipe
This Easy Traditional Corn Dip Recipe is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer perfect for gatherings and game days. Made with sweet corn, a blend of cheeses, and a blend of spices, it’s quick to prepare and sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-cook, Chill
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Base 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
Instructions
- Prepare the Cream Cheese Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Use a hand mixer or spoon to blend until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add the Cheeses and Spices: Fold in the shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses to the cream cheese mixture. Sprinkle in garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices and cheeses.
- Incorporate the Corn: Gently fold the sweet corn into the cheese and cream mixture, mixing enough so corn is well incorporated but remains whole for texture.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld together and the dip to firm up slightly.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving dish and garnish with additional shredded cheese or a sprinkle of smoked paprika if desired. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks.
Notes
- Use fresh, canned (drained), or thawed frozen corn based on availability.
- For a spicy kick, add a diced jalapeño or hot sauce to the mix.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, pulse the corn lightly in a food processor before mixing.
- For a baked version, spread the dip in an ovenproof dish, top with extra cheese, and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 minutes until bubbly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe (approx. 1/2 cup)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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