Elote Corn Dip
Elote corn dip takes the flavors of classic Mexican street corn and turns it into a creamy cheesy dip. This simple elote dip recipe is a winner anytime you entertain and perfect to dunk chips into on taco night or any time!
Servings: 12
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 1 8 oz pkg cream cheese softened
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp chili powder
- salt & pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp tajin seasoning
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded & diced
- 3 cups corn kernels
- 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
- 1-2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
- To a large mixing bowl add the cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise, and all the seasonings. Blend together with a hand mixer until the mixture's smooth & evenly combined. Set aside.
- Melt the butter in a medium sized skillet set over medium heat. Once melted, add the jalapeno and cook for 2-3 minutes- just until softened.
- Add the corn to the skillet, stirring to combine, and cook for 10-12 minutes- just until the corn has also softened.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the creamy mixture, stirring to combine. Add the cheese, stirring again until evenly combined. Continue to stir until the cheese has melted.
- Remove the skillet from heat, and stir in the lime juice.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, or chill, and enjoy!
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.05g | Cholesterol: 51mg | Sodium: 308mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 679IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 0.3mg