Description
This Mexican Street Corn Dip, also known as Elote Dip, is a creamy, spicy, and cheesy appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. It combines the flavors of corn, jalapeno, fresh lime, and a blend of cheeses baked to bubbly perfection, delivering the classic taste of Mexican street corn in a convenient dip form.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 16 oz. low-fat cream cheese (room temperature, 2 bricks)
- ½ cup sour cream (Greek yogurt and mayo also work)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp hot sauce
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
Cheeses
- 2 cups freshly shredded pepper jack cheese (divided, or Mexican blend cheese for a milder flavor)
- 4 oz. low-fat feta cheese (or Cotija cheese, crumbled)
Vegetables and Herbs
- 30 oz. canned corn (fully drained and rinsed, 2 cans; fresh or defrosted frozen also work)
- 1 jalapeno pepper (chopped; leave seeds in for extra spice or remove for milder flavor)
- 2 tbsp chopped red onion
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
- Blend Base Mixture: In a high-powered blender or mixer, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, minced garlic, hot sauce, fresh lime juice, and 1 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese. Blend until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a large mixing bowl. Add the remaining 1 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese, the fully drained and rinsed corn, crumbled feta cheese, chopped jalapeno, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Prepare to Bake: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared 9×13-inch baking dish. If desired, sprinkle additional shredded cheese on top for extra cheesiness.
- Bake and Serve: Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is hot, melted, and bubbly. Remove from oven and garnish with extra cilantro, feta cheese, and hot sauce to taste. Serve warm with chips or vegetables for dipping.
Notes
- For a creamier dip, substitute sour cream with Greek yogurt or mayo.
- Adjust jalapeno seed content to control the spice level.
- Fresh corn can be used in place of canned corn for added sweetness and texture.
- Use Cotija cheese instead of feta for a more authentic Mexican flavor.
- This dip can be prepared ahead and refrigerated; bake just before serving.
