Description
This Hot Corn Dip is a warm, cheesy appetizer featuring sautéed vegetables and corn, combined with cream cheese and spices, then baked until bubbly and golden. Perfect for parties and gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and served best with tortilla chips or crackers.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Aromatics
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeds removed and diced
Main Ingredients
- 2 (15-ounce) cans corn, drained
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 2 cups Colby Jack cheese, shredded and divided
Seasonings
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Garnish
- Sliced green onion, for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté vegetables: Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add diced onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño, and sauté until the vegetables are tender and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add the sautéed vegetables, drained corn, softened cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir thoroughly until all the ingredients are evenly combined into a creamy mixture.
- Prepare for baking: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the prepared corn mixture evenly into a 2-quart casserole dish or an oven-safe small skillet. Evenly sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese over the top.
- Bake: Place the casserole dish or skillet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout, bubbly, and the cheese on top is melted and golden brown.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve the dip hot with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can adjust the spiciness by adding more or less jalapeño depending on your preference.
- The dip can be prepared ahead of time and assembled before baking; just cover and refrigerate until ready to bake.
- For a smoother consistency, you can blend the mixture before baking.
- Vegetarian-friendly, but not vegan due to dairy ingredients.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated before serving.
