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This Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip is the ultimate savory party dip.  We love making this any chance our families get together (although truth be told, the adults indulge more than the kids).  It is also a perfect dip to bring to a barbecue with friends, and it is one of our favorites.

Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip baked with a crispy browned top served with a bowl of fritos

The Dip Ingredients

For this delicious roasted corn dip, you will need some canned items, including 2, 11 oz cans of Mexicorn and a small can of jalapeños. You will also need mayonnaise, sour cream, shredded Monterey Jack and shredded parmesan cheeses. For serving, you will need large Frito scoops.

Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip ingredients laid out on a table

Making this Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip

This is a baked dip, served warm.  You simply preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and then combine all ingredients in a medium mixing bowl.

Ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Be sure to drain the Mexicorn and jalapeños prior to mixing them in.  Coat a 9X13 inch glass baking dish with cooking spray and then spread the mixture evenly in the pan.

Dip mixture in a baking dish, ready to bake.

Bake for 30 minutes and then check for browning.  The dip is finished baking when it is bubbly and browned on top.

Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip baked with a crispy browned top served with a bowl of fritos

Remove from the oven and allow to set and cool for about 5-10 minutes. Serve from the baking dish with a side of Frito Scoops.

Tips and Sidenotes for this Dip

  • Spice Factor:  Substitute canned green chiles for the jalapeños, if you want a milder flavor.  Alter amount of jalapeños that you add, to adjust spice factor.
  • Garnish:  For a little green, you could add fresh sliced jalapeños to the top, about halfway through baking.
  • Serve With:  The Best Margarita is the perfect cocktail to serve with this dip!
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Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip baked with a crispy browned top served with a bowl of fritos

Roasted Cheesy Mexicorn Dip


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  • Author: Gnarly Roots
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12-15 1x

Ingredients

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  • 211 oz cans Mexicorn, drained
  • 2 C shredded Monterey jack cheese
  • 1 C shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1 C mayonnaise
  • 1 C sour cream
  • 1 small can diced jalapeños, drained (use amount for desired spiciness)
  • Frito scoops

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°
  2. Grease a 13 X 9 glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  3. In a medium sized mixing bowl, mix all ingredients together
  4. Pour into the baking dish, scraping everything out with a spatula
  5. Level out the dip across the baking dish so it’s even across the top
  6. Bake for 30 minutes or until browning and bubbly on top.
  7. Serve with Fritos!

Notes

  • Adjust amount of jalapeños for desired spiciness.
  • Substitute canned green chiles for the jalapeños for an overall milder taste.
  • Garnish with fresh sliced jalapeños for visual appeal
  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 30 min

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