Description

This creamy, cheesy corn dip flavored with Old Bay seasoning is a quick, crowd-pleasing appetizer. Sweet corn, zesty spices, and rich creaminess make it perfect for summer cookouts or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

1 (8‑oz.) pkg. cream cheese, softened

1 (8‑oz.) container sour cream (about 1 cup)

1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning

1 ½ teaspoons hot sauce (such as Tabasco)

1 (8‑oz.) pkg. thick‑cut, pre‑shredded Mexican 4‑cheese blend

1 (4‑oz.) can diced green chiles, drained

1 (15‑oz.) can sweet whole‑kernel corn, drained and divided (about 1 ¼ cups + ¼ cup)

Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)

Tortilla chips, for serving

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Instructions

In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream, Old Bay seasoning, and hot sauce until smooth and creamy.
Fold in shredded cheese, green chiles, and 1 ¼ cups of corn until well combined.
Top with remaining ¼ cup of corn and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips for dipping.

Notes

For extra spice, add diced jalapeños.
Add chopped roasted red peppers or bell peppers for more color and sweetness.
A squeeze of lime juice adds freshness.
Use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream for a lighter version.
Swap Old Bay with Cajun or taco seasoning for a different flavor.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/8 of recipe
Calories: 220
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 10g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 35mg