Fiestacorn Elegante Dip
A creamy, delicious Mexican‐inspired corn dip bursting with sweet corn, zesty lime, and melted cheeses—perfect for parties or easy snacking.
Ingredients
- 15 oz can sweet corn drained
- 8 oz cream cheese softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar
- 1/4 cup cotija cheese crumbled
- 1 small jalapeño seeded & minced
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 lime zested & juiced
- 2 TBSP cilantro chopped
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp chili powder
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, beat softened cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream and mayonnaise, stirring until silky.
- Fold in shredded cheddar, cotija, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly combined.
- Gently mix in drained corn, jalapeño, red onion, garlic, lime zest, and juice; adjust seasoning to taste.
- Fold in chopped cilantro, reserving a sprinkle for garnish.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors marry.
- Spoon into a serving dish, garnish with extra cotija and cilantro, and enjoy with chips or veggies.
Notes
For a warm version, bake at 350°F for 10 minutes until bubbly. Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days—just let it soften at room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 180kcal
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