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Corn casserole (sometimes called corn pudding) is a buttery, golden, soft-baked side dish that blends creamed corn, sweet corn, and cornbread mix into one cozy, scoopable bake. With just a few pantry ingredients and one bowl, it’s a go-to for holidays, potlucks, or easy weeknight comfort food.
⏱️ Prep Time
| Task | Time |
|---|---|
| Prep Ingredients | 5 minutes |
| Bake Time | 45–50 minutes |
| Total Time | 50–55 minutes |
🔧 Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowl
- 8×8 or 9×9 baking dish (or 9×13 for a double batch)
- Spoon or spatula
- Oven
🛒 Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
- 1 box (8.5 oz) Jiffy cornbread mix (or any cornbread muffin mix)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup (1 stick) melted butter
- 1 egg (optional for slightly firmer texture)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for cheesy version)
🧾 Ingredient Notes
- Creamed Corn: Adds sweetness and moisture.
- Sour Cream: Makes the casserole soft and creamy. Greek yogurt can be subbed.
- Cornbread Mix: Jiffy is classic — sweet and easy.
- Cheese: Optional, but adds richness and a nice top layer if melted on after baking.
👩🍳 Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Grease your baking dish. - Mix Ingredients
In a bowl, stir together:- Whole corn
- Creamed corn
- Cornbread mix
- Sour cream
- Melted butter
- (Optional: egg and/or cheese)
- Pour and Bake
Pour into greased dish. Spread evenly.
Bake 45–50 minutes, or until golden brown and center is set.
(Toothpick should come out mostly clean.) - Rest and Serve
Let rest 5–10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a side.
🥗 Nutrition Facts (Per serving, approx. 8 servings)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | ~280 kcal |
| Protein | 4g |
| Carbohydrates | 28g |
| Fat | 16g |
| Fiber | 2g |
| Sodium | 400mg |
💡 Tips
- Double the recipe for a crowd — use a 9×13 pan and bake ~55–60 min.
- Make it cheesier by mixing cheese in and sprinkling more on top before the last 10 minutes of baking.
- Customize texture: Want it softer and spoonable? Skip the egg. Want it sliceable? Add the egg.
🔄 Variations
- 🧀 Cheesy Jalapeño Corn Casserole: Add chopped jalapeños and pepper jack cheese.
- 🧅 Savory Herb Version: Add sautéed onions, green chiles, or herbs like thyme and parsley.
- 🌽 Fresh Corn: Use 1½ cups fresh or frozen corn if you don’t have canned.
- 🥓 Bacon Corn Casserole: Add cooked crumbled bacon to the mix.
