Corn Dip Recipe | Diethood

My creamy corn dip recipe is a zesty mix of sour cream, Mexican cheese, and green chilis with sweet corn kernels and cilantro. It takes minutes to make and always steals the show!

Looking for more Mexican-inspired dip recipes? Check out my fresh guacamole with mango chunks and this street corn dip topped with juicy carne asada bites. 

In my house, football season doesn’t just mean football season. It’s officially appetizer season! I’ve been using the cooler weather and weekly games as an excuse to whip up all my favorite hosting snacks. Last week it was baked shrimp dip, this week it’s lobster rolls and this amazing creamy corn dip. I love the subtle Tex-Mex flavors in this sweet corn dip recipe. It’s perfect with a big bowl of crispy tortilla chips in front of the TV! 

Why I Love This Corn Dip Recipe

• Crunchy and creamy. Corn dip has the best combination of flavors and textures. It has pops of sweetness from the corn kernels, tanginess from pickled peppers, and a little zesty bite from the chilis. All mixed into a cool and creamy, Mexican crema-inspired dressing.
• It’s quick to make. As in, add everything to a bowl, and mix! This dip needs a couple of hours to chill in the fridge afterward, but the recipe comes together in minutes. Plus, it’s great to make ahead.
• Versatile. Whether it’s a gathering with friends or a holiday potluck, this dip makes the rounds. It’s so easy to make and I’ll bring it everywhere, from Football Sunday at the neighbor’s to summer cookouts.

Dip Ingredients 

Before we dive into a big ol’ bowl of juicy, crunchy sweet corn dip, here are some notes on what you’ll need to make it. Scroll down to the recipe card for a printable ingredients list with complete recipe details.

• Sweet Corn Kernels – Canned corn kernels work great for this dip. Or, feel free to shave fresh kernels from corn on the cob. Try grilled corn for a Mexican elote-inspired dip.
• Pimiento Peppers – You can also use pickled jalapeños or peppadews.
• Chilis – I use canned green chilis and jalapeños. If you’d prefer to substitute canned chilis with fresh, use finely diced jalapeños. For a milder dip, try diced green bell peppers and adapt the amount of jalapeño to taste.
• Mayonnaise and Sour Cream – I go half and half. You can lighten things up even more by replacing one or both with plain or Greek yogurt.
• Cheese –  Choose your favorite shredded Mexican cheese blend (popular ones include Monterey Jack, queso, cheddar, and asadero cheeses). Freshly grated cheese has the best texture, but a package of pre-shredded cheese works here, too.
• Herbs and Seasonings – I jazz up my corn dip with chopped green onions (just the greens), fresh cilantro, paprika, and garlic powder. You can get creative with blends of herbs and spices, like taco seasoning, for more Tex-Mex flavor.

How to Make Corn Dip

Don’t you just love a good dip recipe? This corn dip is quickly becoming one of my favorites because it’s just THAT easy. Exhibit A:

• Combine. Making this dip is as simple as adding all of the ingredients to a bowl, and giving it a gentle mix until it’s well combined. Afterward, adjust the seasoning to taste.
• Chill. Chill the dip, covered, in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving. Just like pasta salad and potato salad, this crunchy corn dip is best served cold, once the flavors have had a chance to mingle!

Serving Suggestions

All this corn dip needs is a side of tortilla chips! It’s great on game day alongside pizza rolls or sliders and a beer margarita. Keeping with the Mexican theme, I’ll pair it with more snacks like Southwest egg rolls. Or, I’ll serve creamy corn dip with wonton chips, like I do with my corn salsa.

I love the freshness of this creamy, crunchy corn dip next to fish tacos or pork tacos in the warmer months (it’s even a tasty taco topping). Corn dip also makes the perfect starter to a heartier meal of beef birria, cheesy beef enchiladas, or chicken flautas with a side of fiesta rice. 

Storing Leftovers

Store any leftover corn dip in an airtight container in the fridge. It’ll last for a day or two, after that, it tends to get a bit watery. I recommend giving the dip a fresh stir before serving.

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