Description

This Hot Corn Dip is a creamy, cheesy appetizer perfect for parties or casual gatherings. It combines sautéed onion, red bell pepper, jalapeño, and corn with cream cheese, sour cream, and Colby Jack cheese, all baked until bubbly and golden. The dip is flavorful with a touch of spice from chili powder and jalapeño, making it a crowd-pleaser served warm with chips or crackers.

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

Spices & Garnish

1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
Salt and pepper, to taste
Sliced green onion, for garnish

Instructions

Sauté vegetables: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion, red bell pepper, and jalapeño and sauté until the vegetables become tender and slightly translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the sautéed vegetables with the drained corn, softened cream cheese, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese, chili powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well until the mixture is creamy and the ingredients are evenly distributed.
Bake the dip: Spread the mixture evenly into a 2-quart casserole dish or a small oven-safe skillet. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded Colby Jack cheese evenly on top. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the dip is hot, bubbly, and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Serve warm: Remove the dip from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping.

Notes

You can adjust the heat level by using more or less jalapeño or substituting with a milder pepper.
For a smoother texture, you may pulse the mixture briefly in a food processor before baking.
This dip can be prepared ahead of time and refrigerated; bake just before serving to maintain freshness.
To make it gluten-free, serve with gluten-free crackers or chips.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Keywords: hot corn dip, cheesy corn dip, party appetizer, creamy corn dip, baked dip, corn and cheese recipe