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savory corn chip dip

Corn Chip Dip

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings

Equipment

  • 1 medium mixing bowl
  • 1 Small mixing bowl
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Silicone spatula
  • 1 serving bowl
  • 1 set measuring cups
  • 1 set measuring spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese sharp
  • 1 cup canned corn kernels drained
  • 1/2 cup green onions finely sliced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper finely diced
  • 1 can diced green chiles 4 ounces; drained
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro optional; chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice fresh
  • 1 bag corn chips for serving

Instructions
 

  • Add the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise to the medium mixing bowl.
  • Beat the mixture with a spatula until smooth and well combined.
  • Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lime juice until evenly distributed.
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese, corn kernels, green onions, red bell pepper, diced green chiles, and cilantro (if using) to the bowl.
  • Fold all ingredients together gently until everything is thoroughly mixed.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice if desired.
  • Transfer the dip to the serving bowl and smooth the top with the spatula.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to chill and allow flavors to blend.
  • Just before serving, stir the dip once more and garnish with extra green onions or cilantro if desired.
  • Serve chilled with corn chips arranged around the serving bowl.

Notes

For best flavor, let the dip rest longer—up to a few hours or overnight—so the seasonings fully develop; ensure the cream cheese is very soft before mixing to avoid lumps, and if the dip seems too thick for scooping with delicate corn chips, you can thin it slightly with a tablespoon or two of milk or extra sour cream. Adjust the heat level by adding minced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne, and keep the dip refrigerated until serving, discarding any leftovers that have sat out more than 2 hours for food safety. You can also make this ahead for parties, using a shallow dish for more surface area and extra cheese or toppings sprinkled on top for color and texture.
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