This Corn Dip with Cream Cheese is crazy delicious and addictive. Filled with an unexpected blend of Mexican corn, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, Rotel, Greek yogurt, cilantro, and taco seasoning, this creamy dip is a flavor bomb that will have everyone coming back for more. Serve it with Frito chips and you have the perfect dip that works great for everything from game day to summer picnics.
Love easy dip recipes? Also, try my Everything Bagel Dip, Smoked Salmon Dip, and Garlic Whipped Feta Dip.
Corn Dip with Cream Cheese recipe
This Corn Dip with Cream Cheese is the kind of dish that disappears from a picnic or potluck. Its unique blend of ingredients comes together and gives you so much flavor on the chip that it's hard to walk away from this downright addictive dip. Also called Crack Corn Dip because of that, this is a recipe you'll make once and then go to again and again. I made this for my family, and they all stood over the bowl asking what in the world was in it because it is so good.
The ingredient list is a bit unexpected. It starts with SW or Mexican-style canned corn and then adds whipped cream cheese. Many recipes call for sour cream, but I swapped out Greek yogurt to make this a touch healthier. It's rounded out with sharp cheddar cheese, green onions, cilantro, and taco seasoning. You can use your favorite store-bought blend or make your own homemade from my Taco Seasoning recipe.
It pairs perfectly with the flavors of corn chips or Frito Chips, but you can serve it with your favorite crackers or keep it healthy with vegetable dippers like carrots, peppers, or celery. It's so easy to make and perfect for a crowd. If you are looking for easy appetizers for a crowd, this is it!
If you love making recipes with summer corn, also try my Mexican Street Corn Pasta Salad.
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Why You'll Love this Creamy Corn Dip with Cream Cheese...
- This Corn Dip with Cream Cheese is creamy, sweet, and delicious!
- Mix it in less than 10 minutes, with no cooking required.
- My version is a bit healthier with whipped cream cheese and Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.
- The Mexican flavors are addictive.
- It can be served cold as shown or heated up in a baking dish or cast-iron skillet to make a hot dip.
- It's perfect for so many occasions, including parties, cookouts, tailgates, and even holidays. You'll find yourself making this corn dip recipe again and again.
Ingredients:
Here's an overview of what you'll need to make this Corn Dip with Cream Cheese, but keep scrolling for the full recipe amounts.
- Corn: You can use either canned or frozen Mexican Corn or Southwest Corn for this Cream Cheese Corn Dip that has red and green peppers cooked with it. You'll need one or two frozen bags. Drain any excess liquid from the frozen or canned corn. You can also use regular sweet corn or fresh corn kernels that you have cooked.
- Rotel Tomatoes: Rotel is a great mixture of diced tomatoes, mixed with tomatoes and green chiles. It works perfectly for this recipe. You can substitute petite diced tomatoes if you can't find Rotel.
- Cream Cheese: I like to use whipped cream cheese in my dips because it's lighter and fluffier for dips. If using regular cream cheese, allow it to come to room temperature so you can mix it.
- Plain Greek Yogurt: Instead of mayo or sour cream, I used plain Greek yogurt. That keeps this dip a bit lighter and adds more nutrients.
- Cheedar Cheese: I like to use shredded sharp cheddar cheese. You can also use Mexican Shredded Cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, Pepper Jack, or Colby Jack.
- Green Onions: Green Onions bring a lot of flavor to the dip. You can also use diced red onions, chives, or bell peppers.
- Taco Seasoning: I make my own Homemade Taco Seasoning with my recipe, but you can use your favorite kind. You can also use a mix of spices including cumin, chili powder, chipotle powder, garlic, and oregano. You can also add garlic powder.
- Cilantro: Cilantro adds a lot of fresh Mexican flavor to the dish. Using fresh herbs is a big flavor boost. There is no good substitute for fresh cilantro. You can leave it out if you don't like it.
- Salt & Pepper
Dippers to Serve it With:
- Tortilla Chips
- Frito Chips
- Crackers
- Pretzels
- Carrot Sticks
- Bell Pepper Slices
- Cucumber
- Celery
Instructions:
This is an overview of the instructions to make this Creamy Corn Dip with Cream Cheese, but the full, detailed, printable recipe is below in the recipe card.
- In a large bowl, stir together the corn, Rotel, cheddar cheese, green onions, cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and taco seasoning.
- Fold in the cilantro at the end.
- Serve immediately or chill for 2 hours up to overnight.
- Serve with Frito corn chips, tortilla chips, or your favorite crackers, or veggies.
Variations
I love this Corn Dip with Cream Cheese as written, but here are some fun variations.
- Make it a Hot Corn Dip: Make the dip and put it in a casserole dish or large cast-iron skillet. Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Add some extra shredded cheddar cheese on top and bake for 15-20 minutes more until the cheese is melted.
- Slow Cooker: You can also add these ingredients to a slow cooker and let it warm up to serve it warm.
- Other Add-Ins: You could also add diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, diced fresh tomato, lime juice, or garlic.
- Make it Spicy: Add diced jalapenos or your favorite hot sauce.
- Make it with Meat: You could add sausage or shredded chicken to it.
FAQ
Storage & Leftovers
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. You can make this a day ahead of time.
Freezing
I would not try to freeze this.
What is crack corn dip?
This recipe for Corn Dip with Cream Cheese is also known as crack corn dip. It's an addictive combination of cream cheese, canned corn, cheddar cheese, and taco seasoning. This is also known as Mexican Street Corn dip.
Corn Dip with Cream Cheese recipe
This Corn Dip with Cream Cheese is so addictive and good! I just love how tasty and unexpected it is. My entire family kept talking about how tasty it was when I served it, and the boys asked me to make it again. If you are tired of making the same dip for parties, mix it up next time and give this a try!
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Corn Dip with Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- 2 cups southwest corn (with red and green peppers), frozen or canned
- 10 ounces rotel
- 8 ounces whipped cream cheese
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- ⅓ cup cilantro, chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl mix together the corn, rotel, cheddar cheese, green onions, cream cheese, greek yogurt, and taco seasoning. Fold in the cilantro at the end.
- Serve inendialty or chill for chill for 2 hours up to overnight. Serve with frito corn chips or your favorite cracker or veggies.
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