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Flavorful Mexican Street Corn Dip Recipe Easy Elote Style Dip for Parties

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A smoky, tangy, and creamy Mexican street corn dip that’s quick and easy to make, perfect for parties and casual snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5–6 ears, grilled or roasted)
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • Juice of 1 large lime
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Remove kernels from about 5-6 ears of corn or use approximately 4 cups frozen corn, thawed.
  2. Grill fresh corn kernels on a hot grill or grill pan for about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until slightly charred and smoky. Alternatively, broil kernels on a baking sheet for 5-7 minutes, stirring halfway.
  3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup sour cream. Stir gently until smooth, about 30 seconds.
  4. Add freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Fold in the grilled corn kernels and 1 cup crumbled cotija cheese until evenly distributed.
  6. Stir in 2 tablespoons finely chopped cilantro and jalapeño if using.
  7. Optionally, cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  8. Before serving, give the dip a final stir and adjust salt, lime, or spice as needed.

Notes

Use a cast iron grill pan for best smoky char if no outdoor grill is available. For dairy-free, substitute vegan mayo and plant-based cheese. Letting the dip rest in the fridge helps flavors meld and texture firm up. Adjust chipotle powder and jalapeño for desired heat level.

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Keywords: Mexican street corn dip, elote dip, party dip, smoky corn dip, easy appetizer, chipotle dip, cotija cheese dip

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