Description
A creamy, slightly sweet corn dip with a touch of char that’s perfect for potlucks and game nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups corn kernels
- 1 teaspoon oil
- 8 oz softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar (reserve some for topping)
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 small can (4 oz) diced green chiles
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Char the corn kernels in a hot skillet with oil over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes until browned.
- Beat the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise in a mixing bowl until smooth.
- Fold in the charred corn, shredded cheese, bell pepper, green onions, green chiles, lime juice, cumin, smoked paprika, and seasonings.
- Transfer the mixture to an 8×8-inch baking dish and top with reserved cheese.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–22 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve hot.
Notes
Adjust seasoning after baking as flavors can change; serve with sturdy tortilla chips or toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg