Creamy Corn and Jalapeño Dip (Printable Version)

Creamy corn dip with jalapeños, cheddar, and cream cheese. Serve warm or cold with tortilla chips for any gathering.

# Ingredient List:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
05 - 1 can (15 oz) cream-style corn
06 - ½ cup chopped green onions
07 - ¼ to ½ cup chopped jalapeños, fresh or pickled

→ Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

11 - Tortilla chips

# How to Make:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Blend with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Add the whole kernel corn and cream-style corn. Stir gently to incorporate.
03 - Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning or jalapeños as desired.
05 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl for cold serving, or to a baking dish if serving warm.
06 - For a warm dip, preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and lightly golden on top.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving with tortilla chips.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • It works hot or cold, so you can make it ahead and skip the oven if your day gets hectic.
  • The balance of sweet corn and sharp cheddar with a jalapeño kick keeps people guessing what makes it so good.
  • It comes together in one bowl with no fancy technique, just stirring and tasting.
  • Leftovers (if there are any) taste even better the next day after the flavors settle in.
02 -
  • Softened cream cheese is non-negotiable, cold cream cheese will not blend smoothly no matter how hard you stir.
  • Drain the whole kernel corn well or the dip will turn watery and sad.
  • If you're baking it, use a shallow dish so you get more of that golden, bubbly top everyone fights over.
03 -
  • If the dip looks too thick after mixing, stir in a tablespoon or two of milk to loosen it up.
  • For a smoky twist, use fire-roasted corn or add a pinch of smoked paprika to the mix.
  • Bake it in individual ramekins for single-serve portions that look fancy but take no extra effort.
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