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Corn Casserole is a creamy, buttery side dish that deserves a spot at every holiday table. This easy corn casserole uses just 5 ingredients and comes together with minimal effort. It’s soft, moist, and perfectly balances cornbread and corn pudding in one comforting bake.
Top your cheesy corn casserole with shredded cheese and fresh chives for an extra hit of flavor. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or a cozy weeknight dinner, this corn casserole recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Get ready—everyone will ask for seconds (and the recipe).
What Makes This Recipe Work
This corn casserole is the perfect mix of cornbread and creamed corn, giving it a soft, rich texture. With sour cream, melted butter, and muffin mix, it’s an easy corn casserole that comes together in minutes. Topped with cheese, this cheesy corn casserole is a holiday favorite that turns a simple corn casserole recipe into something unforgettable.
What Goes Into Corn Casserole
With just five main ingredients, this easy corn casserole couldn’t be simpler to make. Everything gets mixed in one bowl, making it a stress-free addition to your holiday spread. Here are a few key players that make this dish so rich and satisfying:
- Corn Kernels: Adds texture and natural sweetness to every bite.
- Creamed Corn: Creates a soft, custardy base for that classic corn pudding feel.
- Corn Muffin Mix: Gives structure while keeping the casserole moist and fluffy.
- Sour Cream: Adds tanginess and richness that balances the sweetness of the corn.
Note: Please see recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
How To Make Corn Casserole
- Prep the Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Mix the Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine corn, creamed corn, corn muffin mix, sour cream, and melted butter until evenly blended.
- Transfer and Bake: Pour the mixture into the baking dish and spread it out. Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden and set.
- Add Cheese: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle cheese over the top in an even layer.
- Melt and Finish: Return to the oven for 5–10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes to set. Serve warm as a comforting side dish.
Corn Casserole is a versatile side that pairs beautifully with just about any main. For a classic comfort meal, serve it alongside Oven Fried Chicken—the crisp, golden coating complements the soft, buttery casserole perfectly.
It also makes an excellent companion to bold, savory dishes like Crispy Pork Carnitas or Easy Oven Baked Ribs with Homemade BBQ Sauce. The creamy corn balances out the rich spices and smoky flavors, rounding out your meal with a touch of sweetness.
Recipe FAQ’s
Yes, crispy bacon can be mixed right into the batter for smoky bites throughout the casserole. You can also cook it separately and crumble it over the top after baking.
Try adding a handful of chives or sliced green onions, some fresh herbs, or your favorite cheese. These additions boost both taste and texture without complicating the recipe.
Your corn casserole is ready when the top is golden brown and the center is set. You can insert a toothpick in the middle—it should come out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs.
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Corn Casserole
Ingredients
- 15 ounce corn kernels fresh or frozen, drained if using canned
- 15 ounce creamed corn canned
- 8 ounce corn muffin mix I use Jiffy
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 4 ounces butter melted
- 4 ounces shredded cheese mozzarella, provolone, cheddar, Swiss
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9 by 13-inch casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together corn, creamed corn, muffin mix, sour cream, and melted butter. Pour into baking dish and bake for 45 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Remove from oven and top with cheese. Return to oven for 5-10 minutes, or until cheese is melted.
- Allow to stand for 5 minutes. Serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Oh yumm. This is very good. I don’t think I’ve ever had this. Is this like Spoon Bread? I love it.
Is there any alternative we can use if corn muffin or bread mix is not available. Really want to try this dish as I live your recipes
Even better than I imagined. SO good. I think of it as Triple Corn Casserole and have just baked my first one – of many to come I’m sure! Like other comments – this will be a good base for creativity in the kitchen also! Thanks so much for the recipe. Genius!
This is a great recipe as is. I’ve also added 1/4″ cubes of Colby/Jack cheese & some chopped roasted jalapenos to the batter, baked as directed, then topped the entire casserole with pulled pork, shredded Colby/Jack, the back in the oven for 5 minutes or so to melt cheese. Today I’m trying the same “one pan” style with pulled BBQ chicken. Love the casserole as is & enjoy changing it up to a complete meal! Thanks for sharing 🙂
I need to make this for 15 people. If I double the recipe, will it fit in a 9×13 pan still and will it set up correctly? or do I need to do it in two pans? Does the cooking time change?
I made this for Thanksgiving and it was great! Everyone loved it. Can I mix the cheese into the mixture before baking rather than on top? I think it would make it more cheesy. Thanks!
Yes, I do both
I made this for dinner last night. Oh my! It’s absolutely delicious and so easy.
Thank you for the wonderful recipe!
That sounds great! I am so glad that you enjoyed it! Thank you for sharing with me! XO