SLOW COOKER CORN AND JALAPENO DIP
This recipe creates a rich and flavorful slow cooker corn and jalapeño dip, perfect for gatherings. It combines crispy bacon, sweet corn, spicy jalapeños, and a creamy blend of cheeses. Easy to prepare and keeps warm for extended serving, it's a crowd-pleasing appetizer with a satisfying balance of savory, sweet, and spicy notes.
Equipment
- 1 Slow Cooker
- 1 skillet For cooking bacon
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 Stirring Spoon or Spatula
Ingredients
Main
- 4 slices bacon diced
- 3 15.25-ounces cans whole kernel corn, drained
- 2 jalapenos seeded and diced
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 8 ounces cream cheese cubed
- 2 tablespoons chopped chives
Instructions
- In a skillet, cook the diced bacon until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and drain excess grease; set aside.
- Drain the canned corn thoroughly.
- In a slow cooker, combine the drained corn, diced jalapeños, sour cream, shredded Pepper Jack cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, cubed cream cheese, and a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add the cooked crispy bacon to the slow cooker mixture.
- Stir all ingredients well to combine.
- Cover and cook on low for 2-3 hours, or until the cheeses are melted and the dip is thoroughly heated, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Once heated through, stir again to ensure a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Garnish generously with fresh chopped chives before serving.
- Serve warm with tortilla chips, crackers, or vegetable sticks.
Notes
Ensure bacon is rendered to a crisp for optimal texture contrast; pat dry to remove excess grease. For a deeper corn flavor, consider using fresh or frozen corn, lightly sautéed before adding to the slow cooker. Soften the cream cheese before cubing to ensure a smoother, lump-free melt into the dip. Adjust the number of jalapeños and whether to include seeds based on desired heat level. For less spice, remove all seeds and membranes thoroughly. Keep the slow cooker on a "warm" setting during serving to maintain optimal consistency and temperature. A final sprinkle of fresh chives adds a bright, oniony counterpoint and visual appeal.