Description
Indulge in the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this Cheesy Baked Mexican Corn Dip. Rich in creamy flavors and a hint of spice, this dip is perfect for any gathering, from casual get-togethers to festive parties. With its vibrant combination of fresh ingredients like corn, zesty lime juice, and flavorful cheeses, it’s guaranteed to be the star of your appetizer spread. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, you can adjust the heat level according to your taste by selecting either serrano or jalapeno peppers. Serve it warm alongside tortilla chips or fresh veggies for a delightful snacking experience that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- two 15-ounce cans canned corn
- 1/2 cup Mexican crema or sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 4 cups shredded cheese (divided; I used white cheddar)
- 1 serrano chile or jalapeno pepper (seeds removed and diced very small; or to taste)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (or to taste)
- 2 to 3 tablespoons fresh cilantro for garnishing (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and spray a baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine canned corn, Mexican crema or sour cream, mayonnaise, 2 cups of shredded cheese, diced serrano or jalapeno pepper, lime juice, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden brown; check after 15 minutes if you prefer less browning.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro and serve warm with tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 35mg