Can I use fresh corn instead of canned corn?

Absolutely! Fresh corn cut off the cob gives a beautiful, sweet crunch. You’ll need about 3 cups of kernels. If using frozen, thaw and drain first for best results.

How do I make this dip less spicy?

Opt for Colby Jack cheese, remove the seeds and membranes from your jalapeños, and skip the Tajin if you’re extra sensitive to heat. This will give you a creamy, flavorful dip minus the fiery kick.

Can I cook this dip on high if I'm short on time?

Yes, you can! Set your crockpot to high for about 1 hour, stirring halfway through. Just keep an eye on it so the edges don’t overcook.

What if I don’t have a slow cooker?

No worries! Combine everything in an oven-safe dish and bake at 350°F until bubbly, about 25-30 minutes, stirring once or twice. Or, use a large saucepan on the stove over low heat.

Crockpot Jalapeño Corn Dip Recipe

Description

This Crockpot Jalapeno Corn Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful dip packed with sweet corn, spicy jalapenos, and crisp bacon. Slow-cooked to perfection, it’s an easy appetizer ideal for parties or game nights, and is best enjoyed with tortilla chips or corn chips.

Ingredients

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Corn Dip

- 2 (15.25-ounce) cans whole kernel corn (about 3 cups), drained
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and diced
- 1 cup shredded Colby Jack cheese or pepper jack (for extra heat)
- 2/3 cup sour cream
- 1 (8-ounce) block cream cheese, cubed
- 2 teaspoons Tajin seasoning (optional)

Toppings

- 6 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup queso fresco, crumbled
- Juice of 1/2 lime
- Lime wedges (from other 1/2 lime), for serving

To Serve

Tortilla chips, Fritos corn chips, etc.

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Instructions

Set Up the Slow Cooker: Add the drained corn, diced jalapenos, shredded Colby Jack cheese (or pepper jack), sour cream, Tajin seasoning (if using), and cubed cream cheese to the slow cooker. Make sure everything is distributed evenly for the best mix of flavors as it cooks.
Cook: Turn the slow cooker to low and cook for 2 hours, allowing the cheeses to melt and the flavors to blend. Stir occasionally to promote even melting and prevent sticking.
Add Bacon: After 2 hours, stir in the cooked and chopped bacon, reserving a small portion to use as garnish on top of the dip.
Finish and Garnish: Once everything is well combined and heated through, remove the dip from the slow cooker. Sprinkle the dip with chopped cilantro, crumbled queso fresco, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Garnish with the reserved bacon and additional lime wedges if desired.
Serve: Serve the warm dip alongside tortilla chips, Fritos, or your favorite corn chips for dipping.

Notes

You can wait to add the cream cheese until 15 minutes before serving for a creamier texture. Add the cream cheese and allow it to melt before stirring to combine.
Adjust the amount of jalapeno to control the heat.
Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated gently before serving again.
Pepper jack cheese adds extra heat for spice lovers.
Great for parties and potlucks, and can be doubled for a crowd.

Nutrition

Serving Size: about 1/2 cup
Calories: 280
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 440mg
Fat: 21g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 48mg