Everyone loves a hot cheesy dip and this one is a favorite!

Corn dip combines corn kernels and bacon in a creamy cheesy base of cream cheese, sour cream, and loads of extras! It’s all baked until hot and bubbly.

Serve this recipe with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggie sticks for dipping.

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Creamy Baked Corn Dip

Corn dip is the perfect combination of sweet kernels of corn mixed with colorful veggies, chiles, and bacon bits, all baked into a cheesy creamy sauce.

  • Inspired by some of our favorite corn dishes this dip is almost like Mexican street corn meets bacon cheddar dip. So good together!
  • It uses ingredients I almost always have on hand.
  • Prepare ahead and bake right before serving.
  • Hearty dip recipes like this one can be served hot or cold! Plus, it can be made up to 3 days in advance and the flavors just blend even more!

Serve with celery sticks, tortilla chips, Fritos, toasted crostini, or bagel chips.

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Ingredients for Corn Dip

Corn Fresh corn kernels straight from the cob, frozen corn, or even a can of drained corn can be used in this recipe.

CheeseA combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and loads of melty cheddar cheese create a rich creamy texture.

Add-insSouthwestern seasonings add lots of flavor. Bacon adds a salty smoky bite while bell pepper and chilies add freshness.

ToppingsSprinkle with extra cheese such as cheddar, pepper jack, cotija cheese, or a shredded Mexican blend.

Variations

  • Green onions add a boost of flavor to this corn dip recipe.
  • Add spice with sliced or pickled jalapenos instead of or in addition to the green chiles.
  • Stir in a can of rotel or some diced tomatoes.
  • Change up the seasonings, add in some garlic powder, lime juice or hot sauce.

How to Make Baked Corn Dip

  1. Whisk cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
  2. Stir in the remaining ingredients and spread into a baking dish.
  3. Top with cheese and bake until bubbly and the cheese is melted.

Garnish with extra corn, peppers, bacon, and cilantro. Serve hot with chips, crackers, crostini, or celery sticks.

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Storing Corn Dip

Keep leftover creamy baked corn dip covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Serve cold or reheat. Portions can be frozen in zippered bags but will need fresh sour cream or cream cheese to make it thick and creamy.

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Creamy Baked Corn Dip

This corn dip is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with corn and colorful veggies. It's the perfect make-ahead dip for any party!
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 28 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Author Sara Welch
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Ingredients  

  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 3 cups corn kernels thawed or drained
  • ½ cup diced red bell pepper
  • 4 ounces mild diced green chilies drained, 1 can
  • ½ cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
  • garnish as desired see notes

Instructions 

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and spray an 8×8 baking pan with cooking spray.
  • In a large bowl, cream together the cream cheese and sour cream.
  • Add corn kernels, red bell pepper, green chilies, bacon, cilantro, chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper and 1 cup of shredded cheese to the bowl.
  • Stir until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and spread the dip into the prepared baking pan.
  • Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup shredded cheese on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes or until dip is bubbly and cheese is melted.
  • Garnish with additional corn, peppers, bacon and cilantro if desired.
  • Serve immediately with tortilla chips.

Notes

Optional garnishes: Corn kernels, crumbled bacon, diced red bell pepper and cilantro.
The cream cheese should be very soft so that it can be whisked together with the sour cream. You could also use a mixer if you prefer, but in this case it’s not critical that the cream cheese be completely smooth since it will melt when it goes into the oven. 
This dip is fairly mild, but if you prefer to make it spicy, use a can of diced jalapenos instead of the green chilies.
Make this corn dip ahead of time for game day or get-togethers. You can store the uncooked dip in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
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Nutrition Information

Calories: 233 | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 415mg | Potassium: 211mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1045IU | Vitamin C: 17.7mg | Calcium: 184mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Appetizer, Dip, Party Food
Cuisine American
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    1. Yes this can be frozen Bryan. Portions can be frozen in zippered bags but will need fresh sour cream or cream cheese to make it thick and creamy. Enjoy!