Street Corn is a bold, flavorful favorite inspired by classic Mexican elote, sweet corn grilled to perfection and coated in creamy, tangy, and savory goodness. It’s the perfect side dish for cookouts, taco nights, or anytime you want something simple but packed with flavor.

The real secret to making it extra delicious is Daisy Sour Cream. Its rich, creamy texture blends beautifully with the warm grilled corn, adding a cool tang that balances the smoky sweetness. Daisy Sour Cream helps create that irresistible street corn coating everyone loves.

Top it off with a sprinkle of chili powder, cotija cheese, fresh lime juice, and chopped cilantro for the perfect mix of creamy, spicy, and zesty flavors. Every bite is bright, satisfying, and full of texture.

Whether served on the cob or in a bowl, Street Corn is an easy, crowd-pleasing side dish that brings big flavor to any meal.

• Daisy Sour Cream (3/4 cup): Adds a cool, creamy contrast to the sweet, smoky flavor of grilled corn. It also balances the heat from chili powder and the brightness of lime, tying all the flavors together in every bite, resulting in a sauce that’s creamy, zesty, and perfectly well-rounded without overpowering the natural sweetness of the corn.
• Mayonnaise (1/4 cup): Lends an extra layer of creaminess and fat to the sauce.
• Chopped Cilantro (1/4 cup): Provides a bright herbiness and a fresh, citrusy note to the corn.
• Minced Garlic (1 clove): Adds a savory, earthy flavor to the sauce.
• Fresh Lime Juice (1 tablespoon): Supplies a bright, citrus burst of flavor that complements the sweetness of the corn.
• Chili Powder (1 teaspoon): Adds a touch of smoky heat and a pop of color to the corn.
• Fresh Corn (6 ears, cleaned): The sweet and charred base of the recipe. The grilling brings out the natural sweetness of the corn.
• Cotija Cheese (1/3 cup): Salty and crumbly, it provides a flavor boost to the sauce.

• Fresh lime juice is best. Bottled lime juice may taste artificial.
• Feta may be used in place of cotija.
• Adding smoked paprika or tajin to the sauce will lend additional flavor.
• Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
• If you don’t like grill marks on corn, wrap in aluminum foil or keep the husks on while grilling. Increase the cooking time to 20-25 minutes, turning frequently.
• Make sure the grill is hot before placing corn on the grill. Turn frequently, every 2-3 minutes, to ensure perfect charring without burning.
• Serve with a spritz of fresh lime juice, if desired.

1. Heat the grill.
2. Combine sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, garlic, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl.
3. Grill the corn, covered, over medium heat or coals for 10 to 12 minutes or until tender and slightly charred, turning occasionally to grill all sides (about 2-3 minutes per side).
4. Spoon the sour cream mixture over the corn and sprinkle with the cheese. Serve with lime wedges and additional chili powder, if desired.