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Mexicorn and Rotel Dip: 5 Crowd-Pleasing Party Snacks

Mexicorn and Rotel Dip: 5 Crowd-Pleasing Party Snacks


  • Author: lily
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins (including chilling time)
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Description

This Mexicorn and Rotel Dip is the life of every party — creamy, cheesy, and full of zesty Southwestern flavor. Made with just a few simple ingredients, it’s the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer that disappears fast!


Ingredients

Scale

1 can (11 oz) Mexicorn, drained

1 can (10 oz) Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup sour cream

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Optional: sliced green onions, chopped cilantro, or jalapeños for garnish

Tortilla chips or crackers for serving


Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine Mexicorn, Rotel, cheddar, Monterey Jack, sour cream, mayonnaise, garlic powder, and black pepper.

2. Mix until well combined.

3. Transfer to a serving bowl and chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.

4. Top with green onions, cilantro, or jalapeños if desired.

5. Serve chilled with tortilla chips, crackers, or fresh veggies for dipping.

Notes

⭐ 5 Crowd-Pleasing Variations:

1. **Spicy Fiesta Dip:** Use hot Rotel and add diced jalapeños.

2. **Bacon Lovers’ Dream:** Stir in 1/2 cup cooked, crumbled bacon.

3. **Cheesy Baked Version:** Spread into a baking dish, top with extra cheese, and bake at 350°F for 20 minutes until bubbly.

4. **Tex-Mex Ranch:** Add a tablespoon of ranch seasoning mix for a creamy, herby kick.

5. **Guac Fusion:** Stir in a mashed avocado right before serving for a creamy, tangy twist.

 

Perfect for game days, BBQs, and holiday parties — this dip never lasts long!

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 0 mins
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 210
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 320mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg

Keywords: Mexicorn dip, Rotel cheese dip, party snacks, easy cold dip, Southwestern appetizer