Cheesy Jalapeño Corn Dip (Print Version)

Creamy cheese and jalapeños blend with corn for a spicy, crowd-pleasing dip served with crispy tortilla chips.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
04 - 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

→ Vegetables

05 - 1 can (15 oz) sweet corn, drained
06 - 2 jalapeños, finely chopped, seeds removed for less heat
07 - 1 green onion, sliced

→ Spices

08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Other

12 - Tortilla chips, for serving

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
02 - In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese, sour cream, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese until smooth.
03 - Stir in sweet corn, finely chopped jalapeños, sliced green onion, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until all components are evenly distributed.
04 - Transfer the mixture into a baking dish and spread it evenly.
05 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the dip is hot, bubbling, and golden brown on top.
06 - Remove from the oven, allow to cool slightly, and serve warm with tortilla chips.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses classic pantry staples you probably have right now
  • Takes only 40 minutes from start to finish
  • Two cheeses melt into a thick bubbly top
  • Customizable heat level to match your crowd
  • A hit at every party
02 -
  • Perfect for making ahead just reheat before serving
  • No meat or eggs so the dip is vegetarian friendly
  • The leftovers make an excellent topping for baked potatoes or nachos
03 -
  • Always let the cream cheese fully soften to avoid a lumpy dip
  • Use a hand mixer if you want an even fluffier texture
  • Taste your jalapeño to gauge its heat before adding so your dip matches your crowd
  • If doubling the recipe use a larger casserole dish and extend baking time by five to ten minutes to ensure the center is hot all the way through
  • This is one dish where freshly grated cheese really makes a difference because it melts more smoothly

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