Elote in a cup! A copycat Disney recipe for their Champion Corn Cup. So easy! So yummy.
Recipe inspiration: Disneyland’s Champion Corn Cup from the Cozy Cone Motel.
Elote Corn Cup
Traditional Mexican Elote served in a cup.
Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 15 oz. cans Corn
- ½ cup Mexican Crema
- ½ - 1 tsp. Tajin
- ½ cup Cotija
- 4-6 Snack Cups disposable w/ lids
Instructions
- Place corn into a medium cooking pan.
- Heat until hot.
- Place Mexican Crema into a small mixing bowl.
- Add Tajin to Crema.
- Stir until completely combined.
- Place snack cups onto a tray.
- Using a slotted spoon, place about ½ cup of corn into each snack cup.
- Top with 1 -2 tablespoons Mexican Crema mixture.
- Top with 1 – 2 teaspoons Cotija.
- Sprinkle Tajin on top for extra flavor and color.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Use grilled corn on the cob for extra flavor. It adds prep time but is worth it. Adjust Tajin to liking. Use regular corn vs. No Salt Added for a saltier taste.
Steps
Place corn into a medium cooking pan.
Heat covered.
Heat until steaming.
Place Mexican Crema into a small mixing bowl.
Add Tajin to Crema.
Stir until completely combined.
Place snack cups onto a tray or plate. Using a slotted spoon, place about ½ cup of corn into each snack cup.
Top with 1 -2 tablespoons Mexican Crema mixture.
Top with 1 – 2 teaspoons Cotija.
Sprinkle Tajin on top for extra flavor and color.
Serve warm or cover with lids for serving later.
Best served warm! Squeeze lime juice over the top for added flavor.
