A Lake Day Dip is all about easy prep, crowd-pleasing flavor, and something you can scoop up with chips while soaking up the sun. Here’s a go-to recipe that’s perfect for coolers, boats, cabins, or the dock — no oven, no fuss.
🧀 Lake Day Dip (a.k.a. Cheesy Corn & Rotel Dip)
🕒 Prep Time: 10 min
🧊 Serve chilled or room temp
🧺 Perfect for: chips, crackers, or veggie sticks
🧂 Ingredients:
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1 can (11 oz) sweet corn, drained
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1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chilies, drained
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup shredded pepper jack cheese (optional for spice)
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1 cup sour cream
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1/2 cup mayonnaise
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1/4 cup chopped green onions
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1/4 tsp garlic powder
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1/4 tsp black pepper
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1/4 tsp chili powder (optional)
🔪 Instructions:
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In a large bowl, combine sour cream, mayo, and seasonings.
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Fold in corn, Rotel, cheeses, and green onions.
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Stir until evenly combined.
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Cover and chill for at least 1 hour (optional but improves flavor).
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Serve cold or at room temp with tortilla chips, Fritos, or sliced veggies.
🔁 Variations:
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Add bacon bits or chopped crispy bacon for a smoky kick.
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Swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
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Use ranch seasoning instead of individual spices for a twist.