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Creamy Mexican Street Corn Dip with Cream Cheese

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A quick and easy creamy, tangy, and smoky Mexican street corn dip made with cream cheese, perfect for parties and casual snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups frozen corn kernels (about 450 g)
  • 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120 ml) sour cream
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder, plus extra for garnish
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • ½ cup queso fresco or cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 3 cups of frozen corn kernels (no need to thaw) and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is golden brown and slightly charred in spots, about 8–10 minutes.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine 8 oz softened cream cheese, ½ cup sour cream, and ¼ cup mayonnaise. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon ground cumin, and salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon). Stir until evenly incorporated.
  4. Fold the cooked corn into the cream cheese mixture. Stir in ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro and 1 small finely diced jalapeño if using. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Serve immediately warm or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld and dip firm up slightly.
  6. Just before serving, sprinkle ½ cup crumbled queso fresco or cotija cheese on top along with a pinch of chili powder and a few cilantro leaves.

Notes

For best flavor, do not skip charring the corn. Soften cream cheese before mixing to avoid lumps. Can be served warm or chilled. For a smoother dip, pulse briefly in a food processor but some texture is preferred. Leftovers keep well refrigerated up to 3 days. Dairy-free and vegan versions possible with substitutions.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn dip, creamy corn dip, cream cheese dip, party dip, easy appetizer, crowd-pleaser, quick dip

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