This Corn and Cream Cheese Dip is one of those recipes I keep in my back pocket for last-minute get-togethers… or when I realize I forgot to plan an appetizer five minutes before people show up.
It’s hot, cheesy, and ridiculously easy – and it absolutely slaps. The combo of sweet corn, creamy cheese, and just enough spice from the green chilies and taco seasoning is magic. I usually make it with stuff I already have in the pantry! Not fancy, but so good.
Try my Everything Bagel Dip or my favorite Queso Dip, too!
Step-by-step photos and instructions are below, but you can jump right to the recipe card if you wish!
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Why you’ll love this recipe
This is one of those dips that’s super easy, super tasty, and always the first thing to disappear. It’s perfect when you’re short on time but still want to show up with something everyone will love.
Quick prep. Just mix it up, bake, and you’re done in about 30 minutes.
Party perfect. Awesome for game day, potlucks, or movie night snacks.
Customizable. Swap the cheese, add some heat, or toss in whatever you’ve got.
I have included step-by-step photos and instructions, as well as tips and tricks in the post. If you’d rather skip all that, scoot right on down to the full recipe card located at the bottom of the post.
Key Recipe Ingredients
The full list of ingredients and amounts is found in the printable recipe card below.
- Cream cheese. Use the full-fat block kind, not whipped.
- Sour cream. Adds tangy creaminess. Greek yogurt works too.
- Corn. Canned corn, frozen (thawed), or fresh corn off the cob all work.
- Green chilies. Milder than jalapeños but still full of flavor.
- Taco seasoning. Store-bought is fine. Homemade chili powder is even better.
- Monterey Jack cheese. Melty and mild, perfect for this dip. You can use any kind of cheese (sharp cheddar cheese is good too). Whatever you have works!
How to make Hot Corn Dip
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This next part is only a photo tutorial of the recipe steps. The full list of ingredients, quantities and instructions can be found in the printable recipe card below.
Drain the corn and green chilies, then chop the green onions and set everything aside. Preheat your oven so it’s ready to go.
Make the creamy base: In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and sour cream until the mixture is nice and smooth. Add the garlic powder and taco seasoning, and mix well to combine. Finally, stir in the corn, green chilies, green onions, and one cup of shredded cheese until everything is evenly mixed.
Assemble and bake: Spread the mixture into a baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top. Bake at 350°F for 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly. Once it’s out of the oven, garnish with extra corn kernels and green onions and serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or pretzels.
Troubleshooting Guide – Common Problems and Solutions
- Dip is too thick. Try stirring in a splash of milk or cream after baking to loosen it up a bit.
- Dip is watery. Make sure to drain the corn and green chilies really well before mixing. Extra liquid = soggy dip.
- Bland. Double-check your taco seasoning, or add a pinch of salt, garlic powder, cayenne pepper or hot sauce to boost it. A squeeze of lime juice will wake it up too!
- Edges got crusty. That’s totally normal. Just give it a stir before serving to mix everything together again.
Kylee’s Notes
- Let the cream cheese soften first so it mixes smooth.
- Drain everything well so the dip isn’t watery
- Shred your own cheese for a better melt.
- Bake until it’s bubbling around the edges – that’s how you know it’s ready.
- Broil for 2 minutes at the end if you want a golden cheesy top.
How to store leftovers
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Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To freeze, cool completely, then wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the microwave in small increments until it’s scoopable.
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- Greek Tzatziki Dip. Tzatziki is easy to make, and SO delicious! This tasty dip is made from yogurt, cucumber, garlic and lemon juice with fresh dill.
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Corn Cream Cheese Dip
Ingredients
- 1 cup corn kernels (drained)
- 4 oz diced green chilies (drained)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- 8 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
- 1 ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese (shredded, divided)
Directions
- Get prepped: Preheat the oven to 350°F. Drain the 1 cup corn kernels and 4 oz diced green chilies. Slice the 2 green onions and set aside.
- Make the base: In a large bowl, beat 8 ounces cream cheese and 1 cup sour cream together with a hand mixer until smooth.
- Season and stir: Mix in 1 teaspoon garlic powder and 2 tablespoons taco seasoning.
- Fold in the corn, green chilies, green onions, and 1 cup of the 1 ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese.
- Assemble and bake: Spread the dip into an 8×8 (or other suitably sized) baking dish. Top with the remaining 1 ½ cups Monterey Jack cheese. Bake for 25 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- Serve: Sprinkle with extra green onions if you want to get fancy. Serve warm with tortilla chips.
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Notes
- Soften your cream cheese ahead of time for easy mixing
- Drain everything well so the dip isn’t watery
- Use freshly shredded cheese for best meltability
- Bake until the edges bubble for peak scoopability
- Broil for 2 minutes at the end if you want a golden cheesy top
Nutrition Facts
Disclaimer
Nutritional information is an estimate and provided to you as a courtesy. You should calculate the nutritional information with the actual ingredients used in your recipe using your preferred nutrition calculator.
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