Easy Traditional Corn Dip Recipe for Super Bowl Snacks
This Easy Traditional Corn Dip Recipe is a creamy, cheesy delight perfect for Super Bowl snacks, combining sweet corn with flavorful spices and cheeses.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- skillet
- Baking dish
- Oven
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn fresh, canned, or frozen
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 jalapeño finely chopped, seeds removed for less heat
- ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro optional
Instructions
- Prepare the corn by cutting kernels from fresh cobs, draining canned corn, or thawing frozen corn. Optionally, roast the corn in a skillet for added flavor.
- In a large bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese until smooth.
- Add shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses along with garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and black pepper, mixing well.
- Gently fold in the corn, green onions, red bell pepper, and jalapeño, adding cilantro if desired.
- For a cold dip, refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving; for a hot dip, bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until bubbly.
Notes
For a Mexican Street Corn Dip variation, replace mayonnaise with Mexican crema and add crumbled cotija cheese. To add heat, mix in diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. For a healthier option, substitute sour cream and mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.