Description
This irresistibly creamy, cheesy corn dip with crispy bacon and jalapeños is guaranteed to be the first dish to disappear at any gathering. The perfect blend of sweet corn, savory bacon, and melty cheese creates an addictive flavor combination that keeps everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15 oz) cans corn, drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 8–10 slices bacon, cooked crispy and crumbled
- 3–4 jalapeños, seeds removed and finely diced
- 3 green onions, thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook bacon until crispy, drain on paper towels, then crumble. Reserve 2 tablespoons for garnish.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in ranch seasoning, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Reserve ¼ cup of each cheese for topping, then fold remaining cheese into the cream cheese mixture.
- Add drained corn, diced jalapeños, sliced green onions (reserve some for garnish), and crumbled bacon (except reserved portion).
- Transfer mixture to a 9-inch baking dish or 10-inch cast-iron skillet.
- Sprinkle with reserved cheese and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbling and lightly golden.
- Optional: Broil for 1-2 minutes to achieve a more golden top.
- Remove from oven and garnish with reserved bacon crumbles and green onions.
- Let rest 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare up to 24 hours in advance, refrigerate unbaked, and add 5-7 minutes to baking time.
- Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Reheating: Reheat in a 325°F oven for 10-15 minutes until hot throughout.
- Corn Options: Fresh corn kernels (3 cups) or thawed frozen corn can be substituted for canned.
- Heat Level: Adjust number of jalapeños to taste. Remove seeds and membranes for milder heat.
- Dietary Adaptations:
- For lighter version: Use Neufchâtel cheese, Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, and turkey bacon.
- For vegetarian option: Omit bacon or use plant-based bacon alternative.
- Serving Tip: For best dipping experience, serve warm with sturdy corn chips, pretzel crisps, or toasted baguette slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (approximately 60g)
- Calories: 285 calories per serving
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: corn dip, bacon dip, cheesy dip, party appetizer, game day food, hot dip