Crack Corn Dip (Printable)

Creamy corn with cheddar and jalapeños makes this dip irresistible warm or cold.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 8 oz cream cheese, softened
02 - 1 cup sour cream
03 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese

→ Vegetables

04 - 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
05 - 1 can (15 oz) cream-style corn
06 - ½ cup chopped green onions
07 - ¼ to ½ cup chopped jalapeños, fresh or pickled

→ Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
10 - Salt and pepper to taste

→ For Serving

11 - Tortilla chips

# How To Make It:

01 - In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Blend with a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and fully combined.
02 - Add the whole kernel corn and cream-style corn. Stir gently to incorporate without breaking down the kernels.
03 - Fold in shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions, chopped jalapeños, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until evenly distributed throughout.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning or jalapeño level as desired for optimal flavor balance.
05 - Transfer the dip to a serving bowl for cold service, or to a baking dish if preparing warm.
06 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until bubbling and lightly golden on top.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Present with tortilla chips.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • It comes together in minutes with mostly pantry staples you probably already have.
  • The balance of sweet corn and spicy jalapeños keeps people coming back for just one more scoop.
  • You can serve it warm and bubbly or cold and creamy, depending on your mood or the weather.
  • It's endlessly adaptable, so you can tweak the heat or add bacon without breaking a sweat.
02 -
  • Softening the cream cheese fully is non-negotiable, cold cream cheese will leave you with stubborn lumps no amount of stirring will fix.
  • Drain the whole kernel corn completely or your dip will weep liquid as it sits, creating a sad puddle around the bowl.
  • If baking, use a shallow dish rather than a deep one so you get more of that golden, bubbly top everyone fights over.
03 -
  • Use block cheese and shred it yourself, pre-shredded cheese has coatings that can make the dip grainy.
  • If you love heat, roast fresh jalapeños before chopping them for a deeper, smokier kick.
  • For a golden, crispy top, sprinkle a little extra cheddar on the dip before baking and broil it for the last two minutes.
Go Back