🌽🧀 Creamy Mexican Street Corn Cup (Elote in a Cup)

⚡ Quick Overview
A quick and irresistible street food favorite — sweet corn tossed in a creamy, cheesy, tangy sauce with a hint of spice. Perfect as a snack or side dish!
🛒 Ingredients
3 cups corn (fresh, canned, or frozen)
2 tbsp butter
¼ cup mayonnaise
¼ cup sour cream
½ cup crumbled cheese (feta or cotija)
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp fresh cilantro (chopped)
Salt to taste
👨🍳 Instructions
Heat butter in a pan and sauté the corn until slightly charred and golden.
In a bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, lime juice, and spices.
Add the hot corn to the sauce and mix well.
Stir in cheese and cilantro.
Serve in cups and top with extra chili powder and cheese.
🥗 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
Calories: 280 kcal
Protein: 8g
Carbs: 30g
Fat: 15g
💡 Pro Tips
Grill the corn for authentic smoky flavor 🔥
Add hot sauce for extra heat 🌶️
Mix in grilled chicken for a high-protein version




