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Easy Creamy Baked Mexican Street Corn Dip

A spoonful of hot, cheesy street corn dip being lifted from a white baking dish, topped with browned cheese and parsley.
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Make this easy, creamy baked dip that captures the smoky, cheesy, and tangy flavors of Mexican street corn (Elote). It is a perfect appetizer for parties or game days.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups frozen or canned corn kernels, drained
  • 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided
  • 1/2 cup Cotija cheese, crumbled, divided
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Lime juice from 1/2 lime
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth.
  3. Stir in the corn, 3/4 cup of the Monterey Jack cheese, 1/4 cup of the Cotija cheese, red onion, cilantro, jalapeño, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin. Mix until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  4. Season the mixture with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
  5. Spread the corn mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 1/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese and 1/4 cup Cotija cheese over the top. Drizzle with melted butter.
  7. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the dip is hot throughout and the cheese on top is melted and lightly golden brown.
  8. Let the dip cool for 5 minutes before serving hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor boost, roast the corn kernels in a dry skillet over medium-high heat until lightly charred before mixing them into the dip.
  • If you prefer a spicier dip, leave some seeds in the jalapeño or add a dash of cayenne pepper.
  • You can substitute Mexican crema for sour cream for a slightly richer texture.

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