Description
Enjoy a creamy and cheesy Corn Casserole made with whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, and cream cheese. This easy-to-make side dish is perfect for any gathering and is sure to delight your guests with its rich flavors and comforting texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) of whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) of cream-style corn
- 1 package (8 oz) of cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup of unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup of sour cream
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of Jiffy corn muffin mix (or any corn muffin mix)
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 cup of chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese (make sure it’s at room temperature).
- Pour in the melted unsalted butter.
- Add the sour cream and mix these three ingredients together using a hand mixer or whisk until smooth and lump-free.
- Stir in the drained whole kernel corn and cream-style corn.
- Sprinkle in the Jiffy corn muffin mix and mix until combined.
- Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
- Fold in the shredded cheddar cheese, reserving a little for topping.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Pour the corn mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, checking around the 40-minute mark. The casserole is done when set in the middle and golden brown on top.
- Let the casserole cool for about 10-15 minutes after removing it from the oven.
- Chop green onions for garnish.
- Cut the casserole into squares and serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped green onions.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider mixing in some cooked bacon or jalapeños.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator before baking. Just add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes