Creamy Corn Dip with Jalapeños and Cilantro Recipe
This creamy and flavorful Corn Dip combines fresh roasted corn with sharp cheddar, zesty jalapeños, and aromatic cilantro. Perfectly spiced with cumin and garlic salt, it’s a crowd-pleasing appetizer best served chilled alongside tortilla or corn chips. Ideal for parties, game days, or casual gatherings, this dip delivers a delightful mix of textures and bold southwestern flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for roasting corn)
- Total Time: 4 hours 25 minutes (including refrigeration time)
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh roasted corn (from approximately 5 corn cobs)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 to 3 fresh jalapeños, seeds and membranes removed, finely minced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (adjust to taste)
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the freshly roasted corn, sour cream, mayonnaise, grated sharp cheddar cheese, finely minced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, cumin, garlic salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended and the dip has a consistent texture.
- Chill the dip: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dip to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably 8 hours to overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together and intensify. Serve chilled with your favorite tortilla chips or corn chip scoops for dipping.
Notes
- For best flavor, roast fresh corn cobs until slightly charred before removing the kernels.
- You can adjust the number of jalapeños according to your preferred spice level.
- If you prefer a smoother texture, pulse the dip slightly in a food processor after mixing.
- This dip can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To make it milder, reduce the jalapeños or substitute with a sweet pepper.
