Easy Creamy Corn Casserole from Scratch (Best Homemade Side Dish)
This easy creamy corn casserole from scratch is the perfect side dish for any occasion. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like butter, eggs, sour cream, and corn, it delivers a creamy, slightly sweet, and golden-brown dish that will have everyone asking for the recipe.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 can (15 oz) cream-style corn
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 box (8.5 oz) corn muffin mix (e.g., Jiffy)
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped jalapeño (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Melt the butter in the microwave or on the stovetop. Let it cool for a minute.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs until uniform in color and texture.
- Add the sour cream and melted butter to the eggs. Whisk until smooth and pale yellow.
- Add the cream-style corn (with its liquid) and the drained whole kernel corn. Stir to combine.
- Sprinkle the corn muffin mix, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper over the wet mixture. Stir until just combined; do not overmix. A few lumps are fine.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a rubber spatula.
- Bake for 45-55 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and pulling away from the dish, and the center is set but still has a slight jiggle. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.
- Serve warm, spooning out portions with a large serving spoon.
Notes
Don’t overmix the batter to avoid a dense texture. Let eggs come to room temperature for smoother mixing. Use a glass or ceramic dish for even heating. Let the casserole rest after baking to set properly. For make-ahead, assemble the night before and refrigerate; add 5-10 minutes to baking time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 480
- Fat: 15
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
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