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Easy Mexican Street Corn Dip

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If you love the flavors of Mexican street corn, this dip is your new go-to appetizer. Sweet, smoky, and creamy, it’s loaded with corn, cheese, and a zesty lime mayo drizzle that makes every chip irresistible.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • small pan
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula or spoon
  • serving bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5–6 ears of corn)
  • 1 small yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, adjust to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 juice of 1 lime
  • 2 tbsp salted butter
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 0.25 cup crumbled cotija cheese
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
  • Extra grilled corn kernels (optional, for garnish)

Instructions
 

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until translucent.
  • Stir in garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add corn kernels, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 5–6 minutes until corn is tender and slightly charred.
  • Reduce heat to low. Stir in softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  • In a small pan, melt butter and mix in 1 teaspoon chili powder. Set aside. In a bowl, combine mayonnaise and lime juice. Mix well.
  • Transfer corn mixture to a serving bowl. Drizzle lime mayo over the top. Pour spiced butter lightly over the dip. Sprinkle crumbled cotija cheese and chopped cilantro. Optional: Add extra grilled corn kernels for garnish.
  • Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh vegetables.

Notes

Pro Tips: Lightly grill corn kernels to enhance smoky flavor. Adjust creaminess by adding more sour cream or cream cheese. Can be prepped an hour ahead and reheated gently. Taste before serving to adjust lime or salt. Use fresh corn and lime for best flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 260mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.2mg
Keyword corn dip, elote dip, Mexican street corn, party appetizer
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