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Flavorful Street Corn Dip Recipe with Easy Cotija Tajín Cream Cheese

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A creamy, tangy, and slightly smoky street corn dip inspired by Mexican elote, featuring roasted corn and a zesty Cotija Tajín cream cheese topping. Perfect for parties and casual get-togethers.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups fresh corn kernels (about 5–6 ears) or frozen, thawed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter (for roasting the corn)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Tajín seasoning (plus extra for garnish)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
  • Extra Tajín seasoning for garnish
  • Additional crumbled Cotija cheese for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the corn kernels and spread them out evenly. Let them cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes to get a good char, then stir and cook for another 3-4 minutes until slightly browned all over.
  2. While still warm, sprinkle the corn with smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to coat. Set aside to cool slightly.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, crumbled Cotija cheese, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, and 1 teaspoon Tajín seasoning. Blend until smooth and creamy.
  4. Fold the roasted corn into the cream cheese mixture gently, keeping some texture and char intact.
  5. Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. It can be served immediately if short on time.
  6. Before serving, sprinkle extra crumbled Cotija, a dusting of Tajín, and fresh chopped cilantro on top. Serve with tortilla chips, sliced veggies, or warm pita bread.

Notes

If cream cheese is not soft enough, microwave for 10 seconds to avoid lumps. If dip is too thick after chilling, stir in a teaspoon or two of milk or lime juice to loosen. Roasting corn is key for smoky flavor. Use softened cream cheese for smooth texture. Tajín seasoning is essential for signature flavor; adjust to taste.

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Keywords: street corn dip, elote dip, Cotija cheese, Tajín, creamy dip, party dip, Mexican appetizer

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