Creamy Corn Cheddar Dip (Printable Version)

Creamy, cheesy corn dip with a subtle kick. Baked until golden and bubbly, ideal for entertaining.

# 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

→ 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

# How to Make It:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its the kind of dip that disappears before you even get a chance to announce its ready
  • The sweet corn and creamy cheese combination hits every comfort food craving
  • People will beg you for the recipe after just one bite
02 -
  • The dip continues to thicken as it cools, so serve it within 30 minutes of baking for the best consistency
  • Room temperature ingredients mix much more smoothly than cold ones that have just come out of the fridge
03 -
  • Grate your own cheese instead of buying pre-shredded for a creamier texture that melts better
  • If the dip starts browning too quickly, tent it loosely with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking

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