This Mexican Street Corn Soup Crockpot Recipe brings all the flavor of elote into a creamy, comforting soup made effortlessly in your slow cooker. Packed with sweet corn, smoky spices, tender veggies, and a creamy cheesy base, it’s the perfect dinner for cozy nights when you need something satisfying and bold.
The first time I made this, I was craving that charred, zesty flavor of street corn, but in a soup. This version delivered everything: creamy broth, spicy undertones, and the signature tang from lime and cotija cheese. And the best part? It took just 10 minutes to prep—then the crockpot worked its magic.
Topped with fresh cilantro, chili powder, lime juice, and crumbled cheese, every spoonful is warming and indulgent. Serve it with tortilla chips or warm bread and you’ve got a dinner worth repeating.
Whether it’s for weeknight dinner, Sunday meal prep, or a casual get-together, this elote soup in the slow cooker brings authentic Mexican flavor with comforting ease.
PrintMexican Street Corn Soup (Crockpot) – Creamy Comfort with a Kick
- Total Time: 6 hours 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
Description
Creamy crockpot soup inspired by Mexican street corn. Bold, cheesy, slightly spicy, and finished with lime and cotija cheese.
Ingredients
4 cups frozen or canned corn (drained)
1 small onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles
1 tsp chili powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
1 cup heavy cream
4 oz cream cheese, cubed
½ cup crumbled cotija or feta
½ cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack
Juice of 1 lime
Salt & pepper to taste
Optional: cilantro, chili powder, lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
1. Add corn, onion, garlic, chiles, spices, and broth to slow cooker.
2. Cook on LOW 6–7 hrs or HIGH 3–4 hrs.
3. Add cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheese. Stir until melted.
4. (Optional) Blend partially for creamier texture.
5. Add lime juice, taste, and season.
6. Serve hot with garnishes like cotija, cilantro, or extra chili powder.
Notes
Use vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
Add jalapeño for extra heat.
Serve with tortilla chips or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6.5 hours
- Category: Soup
- Method: Slow Cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
Keywords: mexican street corn soup crockpot, elote soup, slow cooker corn soup, creamy mexican soup