Cheesy Bacon Corn Dip

This Cheesy Bacon Corn Dip with cream cheese is easy to make and so delicious. With just 7 ingredients, it’s delicious all year long as an appetizer or side dish. We even add bacon for a smoky twist that makes it more decadent!

This Cheesy Corn Dip is perfect for any occasion! It is one of our favorite appetizers and is popular at any and all gatherings. Whether you’re attending a super bowl party or a Memorial Day get-together at the pool, this dip will not disappoint! 

Similar to our slow cooker corn dip, this is a creamy, cheesy recipe that melts in your mouth. It can be varied to taste and paired with anything. This dip along with our popular crack chicken dip is definitely a crowd favorite. Danielle Brown commented, “Thanks sooooo much for sharing your recipe!! Sooooh delicious”. This dip is bursting with flavor and is sure to become your family and friends’ new favorite.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Cheesy base that melts in your mouth after it’s baked.
• Simple appetizer you can assemble in advance and bake right before the party.
• Easy to customize with different spices and herbs.
  

Ingredients:

• Room Temperature Cream Cheese: Part of the creamy base of your dip.
• Sour Cream: The other half of your dip base.
• Shredded Cheese of Choice: Our favorites are sharp cheddar or Mexican blend.
• Canned Whole Kernel Corn: Gives the corn flavor as well as a nice texture.
• Canned Creamed Corn: Adds more corn taste
• Bacon (Cooked and chopped): Gives that delicious smoky and meaty flavor.
• Additional Shredded Cheese (For Topping): The more cheese the better for that ooey, gooey flavor.

How To Make Cheesy Hot Corn Dip:

1. Mix all ingredients until well combined.

2. Bake uncovered at 375 °F for 30 min

3. Allow to cool for around 10 min. Enjoy!

Expert Tips:

• Soften cream cheese ahead of time: This will help for easier mixing of the ingredients. 
• Add spicy ingredients: We like canned green chilies, jalapeños, etc.
• Swap out the cheese: Other options are Pepper Jack, Monterey jack, etc.
• Add other spices like chili powder, cumin, and cayenne.

What to Serve With Cheesy Hot Corn Dip:

 This dip is such a flavor bomb that it can be served simply with some chips to dip in it. However it also pairs well with other appetizers to satisfy all your savory cravings. Using pretzels, crackers, or vegetables to scoop your dip is also delicious. 

Storage and Make-Ahead Instructions:

Since this dip is so simple, it is perfect for assembly the night before and can stay fresh in the fridge overnight. Depending on the longevity of your ingredients your dip will eventually go bad, but it should be safe and delicious for up to 5 days after preparing if kept refrigerated in an air tight container. Just reheat to your desired temperature before serving and enjoy!

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Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use frozen corn in this corn dip? Yes! We recommend to thaw out your corn completely before assembling your dip, and if you want to bring out more flavor you can briefly sauté your corn before starting.

What is best to dip into cheesy corn dip? Plain chips, pretzels, crackers, or even sliced vegetables!

Are there other mix-ins I can add to corn dip? Yes! Some great mix ins would include bell peppers, onions, or even cauliflower if you want to keep it more on the healthy side. There is also never too much bacon, and jalapeños add a nice spice. 

What else can I use besides sour cream in cheesy corn dip? Greek yogurt is always a good substitution for sour cream, and mayonnaise has a similar consistency if you prefer those flavors.

More Easy Appetizers To Try:

• Red Lobster Sausage Balls
• Pepperoni Rolls
• Slow Cooker Ranch Dill Dip
• Crack Chicken Garlic Bread

Cheesy Hot Corn Dip

This Hot Corn Dip with cream cheese is easy to make and so cheesy. With just 7 ingredients, it's delicious all year long as an appetizer or side dish. We add bacon for a smoky twist that makes it even more decadent.

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Ingredients

• 1 8 oz block room temperature cream cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 12 oz shredded cheese of choice
• 2 cans whole kernel corn
• 1 can creamed corn
• 1 lb bacon (cooked and chopped)
• salt, pepper, garlic
• 4 oz additional shredded cheese (for topping)

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Instructions

• Mix all ingredients until well combined.
• Bake uncovered at 375 °F for 30 min
• Allow to cool for around 10 min. 

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Notes

You can use pre shredded cheese but I prefer to shred my own because it melts better. If you don’t want to cook bacon strips, 1 cup of bacon pieces can be substituted… You can also double the batch if you need to feed a larger amount of people, enjoy!

Storage: 
Since this dip is so simple, it is perfect for assembly the night before and can stay fresh in the fridge overnight. Depending on the longevity of your ingredients your dip will eventually go bad, but it should be safe and delicious for up to 5 days after preparing if kept refrigerated in an air tight container. Just reheat to your desired temperature before serving and enjoy!

Tips: 

• Soften cream cheese ahead of time: This will help for easier mixing of the ingredients. 
• Add spicy ingredients: We like canned green chilies, jalapeños, etc.
• Swap out the cheese: Other options are Pepper Jack, Monterey jack, etc.
• Add other spices like chili powder, cumin, and cayenne.