Loaded with savory bacon, sweet corn and lots of cheese, this cream cheese corn dip recipe is sure to please! Serve right from the skillet with your favorite chips, this cream cheese and corn dip is a fantastic game-day snack or party appetizer.
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Love a creamy dip recipe? Try my White Queso Dip or my Greek Yogurt Veggie dip – both are great for enjoying with chips, veggies or pretzels.
Are you looking for a hot and cheesy appetizer for your watch party or get together with friends? This hot cream cheese corn dip recipe is fantastic for just these fun occasions.
Made with simple ingredients that you likely already have in your fridge and pantry, this delicious cheesy corn dip is really easy to make. Great for serving right out of a cast iron skillet or crock pot, this yummy corn dip will have your friends asking you for the recipe!
What do I need to make cream cheese corn dip?
This corn dip recipe is quite simple to make and requires just a handful of simple ingredients. Here’s a shopping list of the ingredients you’ll need:
- Cream Cheese – I recommend using regular, full-fat cream cheese, but you could also substitute Neufchatel cream cheese as well.
- Sour Cream – regular or low fat can be used for this recipe.
- Garlic Salt – great for adding a savory flavor to the dip.
- Chili Powder – also great for adding flavor and a bit of spice.
- Hot Sauce – I use either Cholula or Franks Hot Sauce hot. Both are fantastic and will give your dip a little extra spice without making it overwhelming.
- Frozen Corn – frozen corn works best and holds it shape when cooked with the other ingredients. You could also use canned corn, but be sure to drain and rinse.
- Bacon – thick sliced bacon is great for this recipe. Cut into small pieces, cook to medium-brown crispness and drain on paper towels.
- Fresh jalapeno – a welcomed flavor without making it too spicy, fresh, diced jalapeno goes great with the corn and cream cheese. It also adds some nice color as a garnish.
- Colby Jack Shredded Cheese – Colby jack melts well in this dip. You could also use white cheddar, sharp Cheddar or a Mexican blend cheese.
For exact ingredient amounts and full recipe instructions be sure to scroll down to the bottom of this post to the recipe card. Thanks!
How do I make hot cream cheese corn dip?
To make this corn dip recipe, you’ll start by adding the frozen corn (no need to thaw) and the diced jalapeno to a large skillet. Heat over medium-high heat for 5-6 minutes to allow the corn to thaw and the jalapenos to cook.
Once you’ve cooked the corn and jalapeno, add in the cream cheese, sour cream, shredded cheese, bacon, hot sauce and spices. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for another 3-5 minutes until all ingredients and melted together and well combined.
Love recipes with bacon? My Chicken Bacon Ranch Sliders also have crisp, savory bacon and are fantastic for a party!
How do I know when my corn dip is done cooking?
Once all of the ingredients have melted together and are well combine, the dip is done. This is a very easy-to-make hot dip that can be made quickly for a gathering.
What type of skillet is best for making a hot cheese dip?
For best results go with a non-stick skillet. It will be the easiest to clean. It is also easy to transfer the dip to a small slow cooker to keep warm for a party.
You could also use a cast iron skillet for making hot dip recipes like these. The skillet holds the heat well, so it keeps the dip warm after cooking. It also looks great as a serving dish, too!
How to serve hot cream cheese corn dip
For best results, keep your dip warm in a small crock pot or slow cooker. I like this 2 Qt. Crock Pot that’s ideal for serving dips. It will keep your dip warm for the duration of an entire football game or watch party.
What can I serve with cream cheese and corn dip?
Here’s a list of ideas that are great to serve with this hot dip recipe:
- Tortilla chips – anything that isn’t a thin chip. You’ll want thicker chips that can stand up to this thick, cheesy dip. Scoops tortilla chips, like these blue or yellow tortilla chips are great.
- Corn chips
- Pita chips
- Pretzels & pretzel chips
- Crackers
- Crunchy carrots, celery and bell peppers
Looking for more party appetizer recipes? Here’s some additional party food inspiration:
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- Pomegranate Citrus Champagne Cocktails
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- Chocolate Cake Martini
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- Coconut Margarita
- Skinny Malibu Pina Coladas
- Saint Nickarita Christmas Margarita
Here’s the easy, delicious recipe for my Cream Cheese Corn Dip:
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Cream Cheese Corn Dip with Bacon and Jalapeno
Equipment
- Large Nonstick Skillet This large Anolon 12" Skillet is ideal for making dips as well as one-pan meals!
- Rubber Scrapers These Cuisinart rubber scraper spatulas are fantastic for fillings, batters, and so much more!
- Small Dip-Sized Crock Pot Perfect for keeping hot dips and appetizers warm for a party or gathering.
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz. pkg.) frozen corn
- 2 Tablespoons fresh jalapeno seeded and diced
- 1 (8 oz. pkg.) cream cheese
- 1 cups Colby Jack cheese shredded
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 6 slices bacon cooked crisply and crumbled, about 1/2 cup
- 2 Tablespoons hot sauce like Frank's or Cholula
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
Instructions
- To a large non-stick skillet, add the package of frozen corn (no need to thaw.) Also add the diced jalapeno, making sure to have removed the seeds when dicing. Heat over medium-high heat for 4-6 minutes, stirring often.
- Once the corn and jalapeno have cooked, add in the cream cheese, sour cream, cheese, hot sauce, bacon, and spices. Reduce heat to medium low, and stir continually. Cook for another 3-5 minutes or until all the ingredients have melted together.
- Once the dip is completely combined and melted together well, it is ready to serve. Feel free to serve right out of the skillet, a serving bowl, or keep warm inside a small crock pot.
- Enjoy with thick tortilla chips, corn chips, pita chips, pretzels or fresh veggies, like carrots, celery and sliced bell peppers.
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Oh!! This sounds so good!
This sounds amazing!
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That looks like an awesome game day appetizer! I’d love for you to share over at a new party called Let’s Party https://themarkandjanshow.com/2018/01/02/lets-party-6/ … we look forward to seeing you there!
I’m pretty sure I could devour a skilletful of this right now! It looks so good! Thanks for sharing with our Merry Monday party.
Your Hot & Cheesy Bacon and Corn Dip is awesome and thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday.
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Miz Helen
This looks so yummy and I can’t wait for our next family get together to make it! I’m sure it’s going to be a big hit!
Thank you so much for sharing your delicious recipe with us over at Waste Not Wednesday!