Description
This Hot Corn Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and mildly spicy appetizer perfect for parties or game day. It features sautéed vegetables, sweet corn, cream cheese, sour cream, and melted Colby Jack cheese baked until bubbly and golden, then garnished with fresh green onions for a delightful bite.
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
Instructions
- Heat the oil: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat to prepare for sautéing the vegetables.
- Sauté vegetables: Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
- Add corn: Stir in the drained corn and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine and the corn to warm through.
- Add creamy base: Reduce heat to low and add the softened cream cheese and sour cream to the skillet. Stir continuously until the mixture becomes creamy and the cream cheese melts completely.
- Season and add cheese: Mix in 1 1/2 cups of the shredded Colby Jack cheese along with the chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until the cheese melts and the dip is evenly combined.
- Prepare for baking: Pour the dip mixture into a baking dish, spreading it evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the dip: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese on top is bubbly and golden brown.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the dish from the oven and sprinkle with fresh sliced green onions. Serve warm with your choice of chips or bread.
Notes
- For extra heat, you can include the jalapeño seeds or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
- If you prefer a smokier flavor, try using smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.
- Leftover dip can be reheated in the oven or microwave, stirring occasionally for even heat.
- This dip pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, crackers, or sliced baguette.
- To make it gluten-free, ensure your chips or dippers are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
