Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Dip is a deliciously easy and cheesy dip that everyone gravitates to when it's out on the table.
Grab the chips and get ready for some serious snacking. This hot dip will have everyone running!
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- The ingredient list:
- Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
- Why this recipe works:
- How this recipe came to be:
- What I wrote about this hot corn and bean dip in 2013:
- Does fresh or frozen corn work best for this recipe?
- Can the bacon be omitted from this recipe?
- Can this cheese dip be made in advance?
- Can other types of beans or cheeses be used in this recipe?
- The step-by-step photo instructions:
- Additional party dips and spreads:
- Printable Recipe Card
- Please comment if you've made this recipe.
The ingredient list:
- bacon, cooked and crumbled
- corn, fresh or frozen (thawed)
- canned black beans (rinsed and drained)
- orange bell pepper (optional)
- garlic, minced
- granulated sugar
- canned fire-roasted jalapenos
- salt and pepper
- ground smoked cumin
- cayenne pepper
- mayonnaise
- sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- scallions, chopped
- tortilla chips
Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
- mixing bowls
- mesh colander
- box grater or cheese grater
- measuring cups and spoons
- cutting board
- chef's knife or santoku
- can opener
- large skillet
- slotted spatula
- corn stripper (optional)
- baking dish
- non-stick cooking spray
Why this recipe works:
This delicious savory dip feeds a crowd, it's easy to transport, and everybody loves it! SCORE!!
How this recipe came to be:
I wanted to come up with a cheesy bean dip I could serve during a game day party my husband and I were hosting.
If you're a football then you'll probably remember that back in the 2013 Superbowl the Baltimore Ravens beat the San Francisco 49'er by a score of 34-31.
I'm not especially a football fan, but what I definitely AM is a FOODball fan! For me, the game is all about the food, and the commercials (in that order)!
What I wrote about this hot corn and bean dip in 2013:
This recipe also works great for tailgating when you're sitting out in a parking lot on an uncomfortable lawn chair.
Or for when you're sitting on your comfy family room couch with the dogs next to you, and a blanket on your lap (which happens to be my favorite way to watch a football game).
Does fresh or frozen corn work best for this recipe?
Either.
This amazing dip is loaded with fresh garden sweet corn but in a pinch, you can also use frozen sweet corn (thawed first) when garden sweet corn isn't available (think February for game-day parties).
Can the bacon be omitted from this recipe?
You bet.
If you do omit the bacon, this can be considered a vegetarian cheesy corn and bean dip.
Can this cheese dip be made in advance?
Sure!
If you'd like to make the dip and store it in the refrigerator before baking, it's a wonderful time-saver if you're entertaining.
The uncooked dip will keep in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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If baking the dip after refrigeration, allow it to sit for 30 minutes at room temperature before baking. Bake as instructed in the recipe card.
Can other types of beans or cheeses be used in this recipe?
Of course.
If you prefer black-eyed peas, kidney beans, or navy beans...by all means use those.
Or, if you prefer cheddar cheese or pepper jack cheese...go for it!
There are no rules, just use what you have in the pantry and fridge, or the variety you prefer.
The step-by-step photo instructions:
- Preheat oven to 400-degrees Fahrenheit.
- In a large skillet cook the bacon until crisp (now shown). Using a slotted spoon or spatula remove the bacon and leave the bacon fat in the skillet. Set the bacon aside.
- If using fresh corn, strip it from the cob using a sharp knife and cut off a flaf end (shown). Then use two bowls (one smaller than the other) and stand the corn cob (flat side down) on the smaller bowl and run the knife along the cob to remove the kernels and the will fall into the large bowl.
- Add the corn kernels into a large skillet along the the bacon fat and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally (approximately 5 minutes).
- Add the orange bell pepper, garlic, black beans, fire-roasted jalapenos, salt, pepper, cumin, and cayenne to the skillet.
- Lower the heat to medium and stir and continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and place the corn mixture into a large bowl. Cool slightly.
- Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, and sugar to the corn and bacon mixture, and gently stir to combine.
- Prepare a 2-quart baking dish by spraying it with non-stick spray and spoon the corn mixture evenly into the dish.
- Bake the dip for 30 minutes or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Top the dip with the sliced green onions, cool slightly, and serve with the tortilla chips.
Additional party dips and spreads:
*Patty Melt Dip (shown below and featured in the video)
Everything you love about a patty melt sandwich is in this easy-to-make Patty Melt Dip. It’s sure to be a real crowd-pleaser at your next party or celebration!
*Cucumber Dill Dip (not shown)
This flavor-packed Cucumber Dill Dip will keep you coming back for more. Its big bold flavor pairs well with chips, crackers, vegetables, and your favorite beverage!
*Salami Dill Pickle Dip (shown below)
Crave-worthy Salami Dill Pickle Dip is a quick and easy update of the salami and pickle pinwheel appetizers of the past, but this updated version is faster, easier, and has a bigger kick of flavor.
*Garlic Herb Boursin Cheese Spread (not shown)
If you love Boursin cheese, but don’t feel as though you can make it at home, think again! You CAN make it at home, and after you do, you’ll wonder why in the world you haven’t been making your own Homemade Boursin Cheese Spread all along.
*The BEST Gruyere Cheese Fondue (not shown)
This recipe for Gruyere Cheese Fondue is the best! It's creamy and rich with just the right amount of white wine and a splash of nutty amaretto to keep things extra flavorful.
*Cheesy Corn and Black Bean Dip (shown below) THIS IS THE PLACE!!
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Printable Recipe Card
CHEESY CORN AND BLACK BEAN DIP
Ingredients
- ¼ pound bacon cut into 1" pieces
- 6 cups sweet corn kernels fresh or frozen (thawed)
- 1 medium orange bell pepper seeded and chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 small can (4 ounces) fire-roasted chiles
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked ground cumin
- pinch cayenne pepper or to taste
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup plain Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 tablespoons sliced green onions white and green parts (about 4 green onions)
- tortilla chips for serving
Instructions
- -Preheat oven to 400-degrees Fahrenheit.
- -In a large skillet, cook the bacon until crisp and reserve the grease.
- -Meanwhile, using a sharp knife, remove the kernels of corn from the cob.
- -Place the corn in the skillet with the bacon and the bacon grease and over medium-high heat, saute the corn, occasionally stirring (approximately 5 minutes)
- -Add the orange bell pepper, garlic, black beans, fire-roasted jalapenos, salt, pepper, cumin, and cayenne.
- -Lower the heat to medium and stir and continue to cook for an additional 3-5 minutes.
- -Remove from heat and place the corn mixture into a large bowl. Cool slightly.
- -Add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, shredded cheese, and sugar to the bowl and gently stir to combine.
- -Prepare a 2-quart baking dish by spraying it with non-stick spray and spoon the corn mixture evenly into the dish.
- -Bake the dip for 30 minutes or until the cheese is all golden and bubbly.
- -Top the dip with the sliced green onions, and serve with the tortilla chips for dipping.
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wilhelmina says
This is for sure one to double! It was the first thing gone. We could not stop going back for more!
Renée says
Doubling this is an excellent idea, Wilhelmina!
I think I'll do that this weekend when I make it again.
Take care,
Renee
Shadi Hasanzade says
SO DELICIOUS! Everyone loved it and asked for more! Next time I'm going to double the recipe!
Renée says
Awesome, Shadi! Thanks for letting me know!!
Gina says
Insanely delicious dip! I could've eaten the entire thing myself. Willpower definitely needed with this recipe!
Renée says
LOL! I 100% agree, Gina!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Renee
RJ Flamingo says
I'm thinking this will work just as deliciously without the bacon (I know - heresy!), cuz it's got some of my favorite flavors in there, too! Yum!
Renee says
It's a good thing this recipe makes a big batch because that would mean there *may* be some left for other people. "May" being the key.
Sarah | Curious Cuisiniere says
Looks delicious! I love the way you get the corn off the cob!
Laura Hunter says
Oh wow Renee this looks incredible. Yet another dip that I know I would end up eating instead of dinner.
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says
Renee, this looks AMAZING. I can't wait to try it for a Super Bowl party. And I love that corn trick - it works so well. Although, most of the time, I'm too lazy to get out two bowls and do it, and then I regret it when I end up with corn everywhere 🙂
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
Love black beans, Renee. Got to try this dip!
Conni Foodiearmywife Smith says
Oh yum! This looks fantastic. I love corn dips and black beans are a fav. 🙂
Heather King says
Love your serving tray and glasses! Super festive. This dip looks great and you could totally use any leftovers on nachos!
Renee Goerger says
Thanks so much Heather. Glad you like the dip too...and you're right, it would be amazing on nachos. Wish I would have done that with the leftovers...next time 🙂
Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez says
Oh, I definitely need to make this. I love corn and beans together...and everything else in there, as well. I'm making a big ol' batch of chips with this dip next week, for sure!
Carla says
I could definitely make a meal with this dip! Sweet corn is one of my favorites.
Kim @ Treats and Trinkets says
This dip is gorgeous. I'll just eat it with a spoon, thanks
Marjory says
So many lovely flavors all blended together! Perfect party dip!
Kathya Rodriguez says
Great dip! A pleaser for sure.
Jen @JuanitasCocina says
I would NOT share this dip!
Megan Wood says
This sounds so great!! All your glassware is cute!
Renee Goerger says
Thank you so much Megan. I really appreciate it!
Wendy Wofford-Garcia says
I love this dip...I want it now!! I also need to know how much you charge for the serving trays and the painted team glasses. I'm looking for holiday gift ideas for my fellow Texans fans, and this would be one-of-a-kind! Can you e-mail at wendyweekendgourmet@gmail.com?
Renee Goerger says
Hi Wendy. Thanks for your interest. I'll be sending you an email.
Also, glad you like the dip 🙂
Susan says
Do you know what good timing this dip is? I just got 8 ears of corn yesterday to pile on top of 3 I already had from my CSA. I'm swimming in corn right now!
Renee Goerger says
Swimming in corn is not a bad thing at all. We've been corn crazy for months now and this is a great recipe to mix things up a bit. Hope you like it Susan!
Anne @ Webicurean says
I think you've just shown me how to convert my husband into a corn lover--can't wait to try this!
Renee Goerger says
I think so too Anne. I hope he loves it as much as we do. Even my dad loved it, and that really saying something! LOL
Nicole @ Daily Dish Recipes says
I want to dive right up inside that dip. Yum! Love the football shape! 🙂
Family foodie says
My kids would love this dip! Looking forward to making it during gamedays!
Alida says
I love corn and black beans,...and combining them in a dip sounds absolutely perfect. This looks delicious!!
Jennifer@ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
I love the idea of your dip! So many yummy flavors!!!
Lane says
I've never had corn dip, but it sounds great! I'm really looking forward to giving it a try this football season.
Renee Goerger says
I really think you'll like it Lane. I hope you do try it. Thanks for stopping by to visit!