Baked Elote Dip
Dive into creamy goodness with our Baked Elote Dip – an irresistible appetizer perfect for any gathering! Try this easy recipe today!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4-6 people 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
- 6 whole scallions (thinly sliced; dark green portion kept separate)
- 16 ounces frozen corn kernels (or 3 cups fresh)
- 1 teaspoon Tajin or Trader Joe's Everything but the Elote Seasoning Blend
- 4 ounces ⅓-less-fat cream cheese
- ¼ cup light sour cream
- 7 ounces Cotija cheese (grated; about 1¾ cups)
- Chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In an ovenproof skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté scallions until softened.
- Add frozen corn and Tajin; stir until combined and corn begins to soften.
- Mix in cream cheese until melted and smooth.
- Stir in sour cream and half of the Cotija cheese; combine thoroughly.
- Top with remaining Cotija cheese and bake for 10-12 minutes until bubbly.
- Broil for 2-3 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with cilantro and serve warm with tortilla chips or veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Find it online: https://raniacooks.com/baked-elote-dip/