Baked Elote Dip
Baked Elote Dip is a creamy and cheesy appetizer inspired by the popular Mexican street corn. Perfect for game nights, family gatherings, or any celebration, this dish brings a touch of fiesta to your table. With its delightful combination of Cotija cheese, cream cheese, and savory spices, every bite bursts with flavor that appeals to everyone. Quick to prepare in just 25 minutes, this dip can be served with crunchy tortilla chips or fresh veggies for a satisfying experience. It’s not just delicious; it’s also a crowd-pleaser that serves up to 10 people!
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 6 whole scallions, thinly sliced (dark green portion kept separate)
- 16 ounces frozen corn kernels (or 3 cups fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Tajin or Trader Joe's Everything but the Elote Seasoning Blend
- 4 ounces ⅓-less-fat cream cheese
- ¼ cup light sour cream
- 7 ounces Cotija cheese, grated (1¾ cups)
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Reserved scallion greens
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté white and light-green parts of scallions with salt until softened.
- Add corn and seasoning; sauté until softened.
- Stir in cream cheese until fully blended, then remove from heat and fold in sour cream and three-quarters of the Cotija cheese.
- Transfer to the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes until bubbly.
- Broil for an additional 2-3 minutes after adding remaining Cotija cheese on top.
- Garnish with reserved scallion greens and cilantro before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/2 cup (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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