Creamy Corn Cheddar Dip (Printable Version)

Creamy corn and cheddar dip with a subtle kick. Perfect for parties and gatherings.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
02 - 1 small red bell pepper, finely diced
03 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced
04 - 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped (optional for heat)

→ Dairy

05 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 cup sour cream
07 - 1 ½ cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
08 - ½ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and sour cream. Stir until smooth.
03 - Add corn, red bell pepper, green onions, jalapeño, cheddar cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
04 - Transfer the mixture to a 9-inch oven-safe baking dish. Spread evenly.
05 - Bake for 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly and the top is lightly golden.
06 - Remove from oven. Let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
07 - Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced vegetables.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 10 minutes of prep time but tastes like you fussed over it for an hour
  • The combination of sweet corn and sharp cheddar creates this irresistible salty-sweet balance that keeps people coming back for more
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that cold cream cheese creates stubborn lumps that never fully blend, no matter how long you mix
  • The dip will continue to thicken slightly as it cools, so don't panic if it looks a little too hot and bubbly when you first pull it from the oven
03 -
  • Roast your corn kernels in a dry skillet for 3 to 4 minutes before adding them to the dip for this incredible depth of flavor
  • Double the jalapeño and add a pinch of cayenne if you're feeding a crowd that loves serious heat

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