Crack Corn Dip is creamy, cheesy, and loaded with bold flavor! Sweet corn and a custom spice blend give it a fun twist, making it the ultimate scoopable snack for summer hangouts.
Why This Dip Disappears Fast
No Ranch Packet Needed: I decided to skip the ranch packet and add my own spices like chili powder to give it a kick that really makes it pop.
Make-Ahead Friendly: If you want a stress-free prep, go ahead and make this the day before. That extra chill time lets the flavors meld
Pairs with Anything: Serve it with tortilla chips, crackers, veggies, corn chips, or even as a taco topping. It’s the perfect girl dinner.
Ingredients for Crack Corn Dip
Corn: I used southwest-style canned corn for this recipe, but you can use Mexican or fiesta-style corn. Whatever you can find and prefer.
Drain the Veggies: Because canned veggies hold extra liquid, be sure to drain them well. Otherwise, you’ll end up with a soggy dip.
Protein Boost: If you want a slightly healthier option, substitute the sour cream for plain Greek yogurt for added protein.
How to Make Crack Corn Dip
You don’t need much to make this addictively good corn dip recipe, just one bowl, a handful of ingredients, and a few quick minutes. Let’s make it!
Add Ingredients: Add the drained southwest-style corn, drained fire-roasted diced tomatoes, drained diced jalapeños, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and sliced green onions to a large bowl.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, pepper, and chili powder until smooth.
Combine and Serve: Mix the dressing mixture with the vegetables and then stir well to combine. Serve immediately or, if you have time, store it in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors blend.
Alyssa’s Pro Serving Tip
Serve this creamy crack corn dip chilled with your favorite chips or crackers. It’s perfect for poolside hangs, after-school snacks, or girl talk on the patio.
Make Ahead and Storage Instructions
Make Ahead: This dip is even better the next day, so go ahead and make it the night before. It gives the flavors time to really come alive.
In the Refrigerator: Store this dip in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Don’t Freeze: I don’t recommend freezing this dip. It’s best served fresh or stored in the fridge.
More Delicious Dip Recipes
If I could eat dip for every meal, I probably would—and honestly, some days I do. This crack corn dip is the newest obsession on my dip roster, right up there with my cucumber dip, Rotel dip, and my all-time favorite: 5-Minute Million Dollar Dip.
Add the 2 (15-ounce) cans drained southwest-style corn, 1 (10-ounce) can drained fire-roasted diced tomatoes, 1 (4-ounce) can drained diced jalapeños, 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, and ¼ cup sliced green onions to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup sour cream, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon dried parsley, ½ teaspoon pepper, and ¼ teaspoon chili powder until smooth.
Mix the dressing mixture in with the vegetables and stir well to mix everything together. Serve immediately or store in the fridge for a few hours to let the flavors blend.
Notes
Storage Instructions: Store this dip in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 5 days. I don’t recommend freezing this dip. It’s best served fresh.
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Simple Meals For Easy Days
Summer can feel a little chaotic once the kids are home, so having a meal plan makes a big difference. That’s why I pulled together easy, family-friendly dinners that come together fast. In addition, they’re simple to prep, easy to clean up, and perfect for getting rid of that ‘what should I make for dinner’ stress.
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These crispy cauliflower fritters are how I trick my kids into eating veggies. They even ask for seconds. The parmesan and savory seasonings make these golden, cheesy, and packed with flavor!
A Reader’s Review
Fantastic!
– Laurie
Why My Cauliflower Fritters Stand Above the Rest
Better batter, better results: The light batter, made with egg, spring onion, and spices, fries up golden without hiding the cauliflower.
Next-level crunch:Rice flour is my secret weapon. If it’s not in your pantry yet, it should be. You’ll never fry without it again.
Cauliflower done right: No grimy veggies here. My quick hot water soak trick gets into every floret so you can cook with confidence.
Ingredients Needed
Cauliflower: Fresh cauliflower is best! Using frozen cauliflower adds too much moisture, and cauliflower rice is too small. I found that it affected the overall texture of the fritters.
Cheese: Want to switch it up? Swap the parmesan for shredded cheddar for a richer, melty twist.
How to Make Crispy Cauliflower Fritters
Crispy Cauliflower Fritters are super addictive and a breeze to make! They are like a vegetarian version of popcorn chicken and taste great with some sriracha or sweet chili sauce.
Prep and Boil: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Steam or boil 1 head of cauliflower, chopped into small florets, for 5-10 minutes or until tender. It should be mashable but not mushy. Drain well and cool slightly before mashing.
Mash: In a large bowl, mash the cauliflower with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
Combine: Stir in flour, Italian breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, grated parmesan cheese, one large egg, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Make Patties: Form the mixture into small uniform patties.
Fry and Serve: Heat olive oilin a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the patties in batches for 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil to the pan, as needed. Garnish cauliflower fritters with chopped green onions and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Alyssa’s Cauliflower Fritters Pro Tip
Chill the Mixture: If the mixture feels too wet, put it in the fridge for 20-30 minutes before forming the patties. Any longer and you will need to let the mixture come to room temperature slightly before cooking.
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Steam 1 head cauliflower, chopped into small florets, for 5-10 minutes or until tender. It should be mashable but not mushy. Drain well and cool slightly before mashing.
In a large bowl, mash the cauliflower with a fork or potato masher until slightly chunky.
Stir in ¼ cup all-purpose flour, ¼ cup Italian breadcrumbs, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ cup grated parmesan cheese, 1 large egg, ½ teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until well combined.
Form the mixture into small uniform patties.
Heat Olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat. Cook the patties in batches for 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and crispy. Add more oil to the pan, as needed. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Updated May 27, 2025Leftover Instructions: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in a skillet or air fryer to bring back that crispy texture.
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