Mexican Corn Spread
Bring a burst of bold flavors to your next gathering with this irresistible Mexican Corn Spread! Creamy, zesty, and packed with smoky, charred corn kernels, this crowd-pleasing appetizer combines tangy cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise with the punchy flavors of lime juice, chili powder, and paprika. Crumbled cotija cheese adds a salty, savory element, while diced jalapeño brings optional heat for spice lovers. Topped with fresh cilantro and served with crispy tortilla chips or crusty bread, this versatile dish is perfect as a dip, spread, or even a taco filling. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an easy-to-make, flavor-packed recipe that’s ideal for parties, game days, or anytime snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels (about 4 ears of corn)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 0.25 cups mayonnaise
- 0.25 cups sour cream
- 0.5 cups cotija cheese, crumbled
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional for heat)
- 2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp chili powder
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- tortilla chips or fresh bread (for serving)
Instructions
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the fresh corn kernels for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred. Remove from heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Mix until smooth and well blended.
Stir in the lime juice, garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, and salt until evenly incorporated.
Fold in the cooked corn, cotija cheese, and diced jalapeño (if using). Mix until well combined.
Transfer the mixture to a serving dish and sprinkle with fresh cilantro for garnish.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, fresh bread, or as a spread for tacos or sandwiches. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
376 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.8 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 60 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 509 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.5 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.6 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 274 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
