🌶️🧀 Creamy, Zesty & Packed with Bold Flavors!
This loaded cheese dip combines creamy cheeses, fire-roasted corn, and diced tomatoes with chilies for a fiery, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Serve it chilled or baked—either way, it’ll disappear fast!
🌟 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Ultra-creamy texture – Sour cream + cream cheese + mayo base
✅ Bold, smoky heat – Green chilies, smoked paprika, and optional cayenne
✅ Versatile serving – Enjoy cold or baked until bubbly
✅ Make-ahead friendly – Flavors deepen overnight
📋 Ingredients
Creamy Base
- 225g (1 cup) sour cream
- 225g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 120ml (½ cup) mayonnaise
Flavor Boosters
- 285g (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained (Rotel works great!)
- 115g (1 cup) shredded cheddar cheese
- 60g (½ cup) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 80g (½ cup) fire-roasted corn kernels (canned or fresh)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
For Serving
- Tortilla chips, pretzels, or crackers
- Fresh veggies: cucumber, bell peppers, celery
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Blend the Base
- In a large bowl, beat sour cream, cream cheese, and mayo until smooth.
2️⃣ Add Mix-Ins
- Stir in:
- Diced tomatoes with chilies
- Shredded cheeses
- Cilantro
- Corn
- All spices (garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, cayenne)
3️⃣ Chill or Bake
- Cold version: Refrigerate 30+ mins for flavors to meld.
- Hot version: Transfer to a baking dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15 mins until bubbly.
4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Garnish with extra cilantro or cheese.
- Pair with chips, veggies, or crusty bread.
💡 Pro Tips
🔹 Drain tomatoes well – Prevents a watery dip.
🔹 Extra smoky flavor – Use chipotle powder instead of smoked paprika.
🔹 Spice control – Omit cayenne for mild heat, or add diced jalapeños for more kick.
🔹 Storage – Keeps 4 days refrigerated.
🍽 Serving Suggestions
✨ Perfect for:
- Game day spreads
- Potlucks (double the recipe!)
- BBQ side (serve with grilled meats)
🎉 Pair with:
- Margaritas or ice-cold beer
- Buffalo wings for a full snack spread
🌶️ Flavor Variations
- Bacon lover’s – Add ½ cup crumbled cooked bacon
- Tex-Mex style – Mix in 1 tsp taco seasoning
- Extra cheesy – Top with pepper jack before baking
📊 Nutrition (Per ¼ Cup)
Approximate values:
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Carbs: 5g
- Fat: 16g
🧀 Final Thoughts
This Spicy Corn & Cheese Dip is irresistibly creamy with just the right kick—whether served cold or hot, it’s guaranteed to be the star of any party!
Chef’s secret: For extra texture, stir in 1 tbsp lime juice before serving.
Tag your creations #SpicyCheeseDip to share the love! 📸🔥
Want to make it lighter? Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream! 😊
