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This spicy Mexican Street Corn Dip incorporates all the flavors of street corn into the creamiest corn-filled dip. Sweet summertime corn, mixed with chili powder, cream cheese, and mayo and served up dip-style with grilled corn, spicy chili butter, and salty crumbled Mexican cotija cheese on top. It’s quick to make and totally delicious, especially with tortillas chips on the side for scooping. A quintessential summer appetizer.
Continuing on with our unofficial appetizer week we’ve got ultra yummy street corn dip! You guys, look at me go with these appetizers. Dips are something I never share. I don’t know why because this corn dip is so delicious! It really needs to be on re-make all summer long.
This is a recipe I made purely out of a want and desire. As usual, I was frantically trying to get recipes together for a couple of weeks of travel. I knew I wanted to share some fun appetizers for the 4th. But I was getting tired of the usual Caprese type of app and wanted something completely different.
With our trip to Mexico quickly approaching, we were all craving Mexican food. So I made this dip to get us all excited. Now that our destination has been revealed, it feels very fitting for me to share this! Yes, in case you missed my stories on Instagram, Mexico is the family’s summer vacation destination! I’ll share more details on Sunday, but I flew from NYC to Puerto Vallarta yesterday and met my family in Sayulita. I’m excited to be here for the next few days!
However, this dip came to be long before I knew I was heading to Mexico. I was going to make my version of street corn, except that I wanted to make it into a dip! I love a good ear of grilled corn, but in my opinion, creamy dips are so much more fun. Especially when entertaining over the 4th.
This is the quintessential summertime dip and corn is the star!
Here are the details
The beauty of this dip is how quickly it comes together. It’s pretty simple, but there are a few steps that make my version of street corn dip a little more exciting. Or at least that’s what I like to think!
Everything starts with the spice mix. From what I’ve read about traditional street corn, or Elote, which is what it’s called in Mexico, it’s made by boiling corn with spices, then seasoning the warm corn with lime, mayo, and lots of chili powder. I took these flavors and put them into this dip.
For my spices, I used chili powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne. I wanted to add a little smokiness and a little more kick to the flavors. You will use the spice mix both in the dip and for topping.
Cook the corn with onions and garlic, then add a dash of the spice mix. Stir in cream cheese and sour cream for major creaminess and simply cook everything together until it’s warmed. Having the dip warm is key, so keep this over low heat or warm in a crockpot (on the low setting) until ready to serve.
Next, the butter. Melt some butter together with the spices. Do you not skip this. The butter really, really flavors the dip in a wonderfully delicious way.
Finally, I mix the mayo with lime juice and put the dip together.
Spoon the dip into a wide, shallow bowl. Then add the grilled corn and spoon over dollops of the mayo. The mayo melts into the dip, just like it melts over the warm corn kernels. Then swirl in the butter.
Finish with so much crumbled cotija cheese and fresh cilantro. Chips for scooping are a must!
I know this process may seem like a lot, but it actually comes together easily and quickly. Promise it will be so great for entertaining this summer!
And most importantly, this is just really good. The dip is so creamy with a spicy flavor, but not too much spiciness. And you can adjust the heat to your personal taste. The cheese and butter on top only make the dip even more delicious, really completing the dip experience.
This is one of those dips you’ll crave time and time again!
Looking for other summer corn recipes? Here are a few ideas:
Spicy Garlic Lemon Butter Shrimp with Parmesan Corn Polenta
Jalapeño Cheddar Stuffed Chicken with Creamed Corn
Pesto Chicken, Corn, and Avocado Bacon Pasta Salad
Skillet Creamy Cajun Chicken Lazone with Herby Corn
Lastly, if you make this Mexican Street Corn Dip, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Mexican Street Corn Dip
Servings: 8
Calories Per Serving: 282 kcal
Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1/2-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, to your taste
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cups corn (3-4 raw)
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 6 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 4 tablespoon salted butter
- 1/3 cup olive oil mayo or use plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 3/4 cup crumbled cotija cheese
- 1 ear grilled corn, kernels removed from the cob
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- 1. Mix the spices. In a bowl, combine the chili powder, paprika, cayenne, and a pinch of salt. 2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add the corn, garlic, 1 teaspoon of the spice mix, and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the corn is softened, 5 minutes. 3. Reduce the heat to low. Mix in the cream cheese until melted and creamy. Stir in the sour cream. Cook until warmed throughout. If desired, thin the dip with milk.4. In a separate skillet, melt the butter until golden. Mix in 3 teaspoons of the spice mix, plus a pinch of chili flakes and salt. Cook another minute, then remove from the heat. 5. Mix the mayo and lime juice with a pinch of salt. 6. Spoon the dip into a wide serving bowl. Top with grilled corn and drizzle the mayo and spicy butter over the corn. Sprinkle on the cheese and cilantro. Serve with lots of chips for scooping!
How far in advance can you make this? Could I freeze the dip and corn portion and warm up and then add the spiced butter and the cheese and cilantro?
Hey Jodi,
I probably wouldn’t freeze it, I think if you want to keep it covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours then that would be just fine! I hope this helps! xx
Love this dip! However, like others have noted, you are left with a lot of unused spices at the end, so the measurements given are off.
Hey Amanda,
Thanks so much for trying the recipe! Sorry, what spices did you not use? All of the measurements are correct:) Let me know how I can help! xx
I know this is amazing- could I turn this into a corn casserole for Thanksgiving? Mix with Jiffy cornbread and an egg or two? What do you think?
Hi Jennifer,
So sorry, I’m really not sure, that would be a totally new recipe that I haven’t tested. Sorry I can’t be of more help! xx
This was absolutely delicious!!!!! Brought it to a dinner with my family and they devoured it! Cannot wait to make again!
*I was a little lazy and used fire roasted corn from a can and it worked perfectly
Hey Anne,
Happy Friday!!🌻 I am so glad to hear that this recipe was enjoyed, thanks so much for trying it and sharing your review:) xT
I made this for a party last week. Amazing!! Funny enough, someone else brought a corn dip too. Mine was GONE! And the other store bought one was hardly touched. The spicy butter makes this dish!! Making again for a party tonight by special request. Thank you!
Hey Ashley,
Love it!!🤩 So glad to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks so much for making it! xx
The measurement scale used is not user friendly
Hi Betty,
So sorry, I am not sure what you mean. Please let me know how I can help! xx
Looks awesome! We love all of your recipes! I’m thinking of taking this to our work potluck. Could I make it the night before and then warm it back up in the crockpot before serving? I imagine I’d top with the grilled corn at that point too?
Hey Kristen,
Sure, that will work well for you! Let me know if you give this recipe a try, I hope it turns out amazing for you! xT
Hello! This looks delicious! Could I use regular Mayo in place of the olive oil Mayo, or would that change the flavor of the dish too much?
Hey Janelle,
That will be just fine for you to use! I hope you love the recipe:) xT
Just made this for the first time- it’s amazing! My family can’t wait to try it for football Sunday!
Hi Dana,
Wonderful!! I love to hear that this recipe was a winner, thanks so much for making it and sharing your review! xT
How mutch mayo and butter – not included ingredients
Hi Rina,
Sorry if you missed it, the recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of butter and 1/3 cup of mayo. I hope you love the recipe! xx
Can this be made ahead and reheated? What’s the best way to do that?
Hi Sara,
Sure, you could do that, I would reheat on low in the oven. I hope you love the recipe! xx
I’ve made this 3x already! Totally out of character for me to repeat a recipe. This is SO fantastic! Thank you Tegan! My whole neighborhood loves you.
Hey Camilla,
Happy Monday!! I truly appreciate you trying this recipe and sharing your feedback, so glad it was enjoyed! xx
So good! Don’t be turned off by the number of components to make, it comes together quickly! Definitely don’t skip the spicy butter, it’s crazy good! I had a lot of the seasoning left over so next time I’ll half it. And I used grated parmesan instead of cotija because it’s what I had. Made it for a party and it went quickly – thanks!
Hey Kelly,
I am so glad to hear that this recipe was tasty for you and appreciate you giving it a try! xxT
Winner! Don’t hesitate make the dip ?
Hi Kristen,
Happy Monday!! Thanks a lot for making this dish and sharing your review, I am so glad it was enjoyed! Have a great week! xx
Delicious! I was left with quite a bit of the spice mixture so just wanted to ensure nothing was left out of the recipe that would have used it up. Thank you.
Hey Arden,
Happy Sunday!! I love to hear that this recipe was tasty, thanks a lot for making it! xxT
So easy to make. Flavours were there. Thanks for another great recipe!
Hi Kristie,
Happy Sunday!! I am thrilled to hear that this recipe was a hit, thanks a lot for making it! xT