Description
Mexican Corn Dip is a vibrant, creamy appetizer that combines sweet corn, tangy lime, and a hint of spice. Perfect for parties or cozy evenings, this crowd-pleaser pairs beautifully with tortilla chips or fresh veggies. With its irresistible cheesy goodness and customizable flavors, it’s bound to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn (or 1 can of sweet corn, drained)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup diced jalapeños (adjust based on heat preference)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Mix in the corn, cheddar cheese, jalapeños, garlic powder, lime juice, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Gently fold in chopped cilantro.
- Transfer the mixture to an oven-safe baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg