Slow Cooker Creamy Corn Dip

📝Shopping list

To make this deliciously cheesy dip, you will need:

• sweet cream style caned corn 
• mayonnaise  - not sweet mayo
• cream cheese - whipped
• cheddar Jack blend cheese* - shredded
• tajin 
• green chiles  canned, diced 
• garlic powder
• lime juice and zest
• salt
• cotija cheese crumbles, garnish
• green onions sliced, garnish

🔪Instructions

This creamy corn dip recipe involves just a few simple steps:

Preparing Your Slow Cooker

Prepare your slow cooker by coating it with a non-stick agent.  Any nonstick cooking spray or oil will work. Olive oil and avocado oil are my go-to coatings. 

 NOTE: some slow cooker inserts come with a nonstick surface.  Use of a non-stick agent is still suggested. However, oil is sometimes recommended rather than spray to protect the longevity of the non-stick surface.  Check your slow cooker's manual if you have any concerns. 

Alternatively, you can choose to use a slow cooker liner.  However, I find them not as nice looking when you are serving guests.

Cooking

• 🌽 Add all ingredients, other than garnishes, to a greased slow cooker
• 🌽 Stir to combine
• 🌽 Cover and cook until gooey and melted.  Each slow cooker is slightly different which can change cooking time.  This takes me about 2 - 2.5 hours on high heat or 4 - 5 hours on the low heat setting.
• 🌽 After cooking, stir again to fully combine.  
• 🌽 Turn your slow cooker to the warm setting, top with cotija crumbles and green onion slices.  

🔁Substitution ideas

• For a slightly tangier dip, substitute one cup of whipped cream cheese with sour cream
• Dial up the heat level by using pepper Jack cheese in place of cheddar Jack.
• Use diced fresh jalapeno in place of canned chilled for a fresher heat
• Parmesan cheese can be used in place of cotija if it is easier to find
• Add a different spicy kick by adding cayenne pepper or extra chili powder along with the tajin.  You can also add in a few drops of hot pepper sauce

😉Hints & hacks

1. If you love slow cooker dip recipes, try Texas Trash Dip, Soft Pretzel Cheese Dip, Cheese & Caramelized Onion Dip, and Fiesta Dip. 
2. I am lazy and use pre-shredded cheese for this recipe.  However, freshly shredded cheese melts better.  
3. To prep this easy slow cooker corn dip in advance, simply mix all ingredients in a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap.  You can store this in the refrigerator for a day or two before adding it to your slow cooker.  
4. Each crockpot is different. The first time you make this crowd-pleaser, watch closely to ensure nothing is burning. I have not experienced any burning issues when making this recipe, but better safe than sorry.
5. I generally recommend using a slow cooker liner for easy clean-up! They are not overly pretty, though, so I skip them when serving guests.
6. In the market for a new slow cooker?? I love mine!
7. Always double-check that your slow cooker is plugged in and turned on!  Nothing is worse than a cold crockpot when you are ready to eat! 🤪