Cowboy Corn Dip Recipe
Cowboy Corn Dip is a creamy, cheesy, and flavorful appetizer combining whole kernel corn, black beans, a blend of cheeses, and crispy bacon with a hint of jalapeño for a spicy kick. Perfect for serving at parties or casual gatherings with tortilla chips or crackers.
- Author: Daniel
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes (for cooking bacon)
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Dip
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Main Ingredients
- 2 cans (15.25 ounces each) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
- ½ cup (116 g) mayonnaise
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup (113 g) mild cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup (113 g) mozzarella cheese, shredded
- ½ cup (50 g) parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 large jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
- 8 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 medium red onion, finely diced (about ½ cup)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Green onion, chopped for garnish
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained whole kernel corn, rinsed and drained black beans, mayonnaise, softened cream cheese, shredded mild cheddar, shredded mozzarella, grated parmesan, finely diced jalapeño, cooked and crumbled bacon, finely diced red onion, kosher salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Garnish: Sprinkle chopped green onions over the mixture for a fresh, colorful garnish.
- Serve: Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and accompany with tortilla chips or crackers for dipping. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, include the jalapeño seeds or add more jalapeños.
- You can prepare this dip ahead of time and refrigerate it for a few hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- For a lighter version, substitute mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Use gluten-free chips to keep the recipe gluten free if needed.
- To make bacon crumbles easier, cook bacon in the oven on a baking sheet for even crispiness.
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