Easy Traditional Corn Dip (Print View)

Creamy corn, cheddar, and zesty spices combine for a crowd-pleasing dip served hot or cold.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dip Base

01 - 2 cups sweet corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup mayonnaise
04 - 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
05 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese

→ Seasonings

07 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
09 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
10 - 0.5 teaspoon chili powder
11 - Salt to taste
12 - Black pepper to taste

→ Optional additions

13 - Chopped green onions, for folding and garnish
14 - Diced red bell pepper
15 - Diced jalapeño pepper
16 - Chopped fresh cilantro
17 - Crumbled cooked bacon for garnish

# Directions:

01 - If using fresh corn, remove kernels from the cob. For canned corn, drain and rinse well. If using frozen corn, fully thaw and drain to eliminate excess moisture.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese. Mix thoroughly until smooth and homogeneous.
03 - Stir in shredded cheddar cheese and pepper jack cheese. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly distributed.
04 - Fold in corn, green onions, diced red bell pepper, and jalapeño. If using cilantro, incorporate at this stage.
05 - Cover dip and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Prior to serving, garnish with additional green onions, shredded cheese, or cilantro as desired.
06 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Transfer mixture to a baking dish and top with extra shredded cheese. Bake 20–25 minutes until bubbling and golden. Garnish with crumbled bacon and fresh cilantro before serving.

# Notes:

01 - For optimal texture, ensure cream cheese is fully softened before mixing. Hand mixers expedite blending if cream cheese is too firm.
02 - Dip can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until ready for serving.
03 - Adjust spice level by increasing or decreasing the quantity of jalapeño and chili powder.

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