If you love bacon as much as I do, you are going to flip for this Hot Corn Dip with Bacon! It’s packed with sweet corn, lots of homemade bacon bits, creamy sour cream, ranch seasoning, and a melty combo of cheddar and Monterey Jack—basically everything good in one bubbling dish.
I pop it in the oven just before the party guests arrive, until it’s hot and bubbly and the cheese is irresistibly gooey, with bacon flavor in every bite. This dip is ridiculously easy to make and perfect for parties, game day, and entertaining.
If you love making dips with bacon, be sure to check out our zingy Bacon Horseradish Dip and spicy Jalapeno Popper Dip in the Crock Pot!
Why You’ll Go Hog Wild for This Recipe
Loaded with bacon: Homemade bacon bits are mixed into every bite, adding smoky, tasty goodness that bacon lovers can’t resist!
Easy to make: With just five ingredients, this dip comes together in minutes.
Perfect for parties: Hot, bubbly and cheesy, this dip is always a hit! It’s an easy appetizer to make for Super Bowl parties, holiday gatherings, tailgating and potlucks.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Here’s a picture of what you’ll need to make this tasty bacon corn dip:
Cooked corn – You can use steamed fresh corn, cut off the cob (my favorite!), canned corn, or frozen, cooked corn for this easy dip.
Bacon bits – Make your own bacon bits for the best flavor. In a hurry? You can use premade bacon bits.
Sour cream – Full fat sour cream will give you the richest flavor, but you can also use low-fat sour cream if you like.
Shredded cheese – Use your favorite sharp, medium, or mild cheddar, or a blend of cheddar and monterey jack cheese like I did here.
Ranch dip mix – Look for this mix near the chips or the salad dressing section at the grocery store.
(Optional) Chopped green onions or fresh chives for garnish.
Step by Step Instructions
STEP ONE: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and ranch dip and stir well.
STEP TWO: Add the corn, bacon bits, and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese and stir well to blend.
STEP THREE: Transfer mixture to an ovenproof baking dish. Smooth the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
STEP FOUR: Bake until the dip is hot and bubbling and the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.
Optional step – If you would like to brown the top of the dip, heat the oven broiler on high and cook just for a minute or two until golden brown.
If you like, you can sprinkle chopped chives or green onions on top for extra flavor and a dash of color. Serve and enjoy!
Recipe Variations
To give this cheesy dip a spicy kick, add chopped, seeded jalapeños or Anaheim peppers.
For a tangier dip, substitute 1/2 cup mayonnaise or softened cream cheese for 1/2 cup of the sour cream.
How to Store Leftovers
Cover any leftover corn cheese dip tightly and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Cover with a lid or aluminum foil and reheat in a 350 degree F oven until hot and bubbly.
What to Serve with Hot Corn Dip
These are some of our favorite dippers:
- Tortilla chips
- Bagel chips
- Scoop style corn chips
- Pita chips
- Fresh veggies
- Pretzel chips
- Crackers
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Hot Corn Dip with Bacon
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- ovenproof baking dish
Ingredients
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 1 ounce ranch dip mix
- 1 1/2 cups cooked corn drained
- 1/2 cup bacon bits
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- chopped chives or green onions for garnish (optional)
- Assorted chips for dipping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and ranch dip and stir well.
- Add the drained cooked corn, bacon bits, and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese, and stir well to blend.
- Transfer the mixture to an ovenproof baking dish. Smooth the top and sprinkle with the remaining 1/2 cup shredded cheese.
- Bake until the dip is hot and bubbling and the cheese is melted, about 20 minutes.
Notes
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Nutrition
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Nutrition Disclaimer: All nutritional information shared on this site is an approximation. I am not a certified nutritionist, and any nutritional information should be used as a general guideline.
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