Cheesy Corn Casserole Recipe

Cheesy corn casserole in a white dish with a spoon.

Cheesy Corn Casserole Recipe

Cheesy corn casserole combines the heartiness of cornbread, the creamy texture of creamed corn, and the rich, melty delight of sharp cheese, creating a quick and effortless casserole that brings comforting warmth on your dinner table.

Course Side

Cuisine American

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 55

Total Time 1

Servings

Calories 598kcal

Author Kylee Ayotte

Ingredients

1 15oz can whole kernel corn, drained
1 15oz can creamed corn
1 cup sour cream
½ cup butter melted
½ teaspoon salt
1 8.5oz package cornbread mix (like Jiffy – see notes for making from scratch)
1 ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Green onions for garnish

Instructions

Get prepped

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Make the batter

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole kernel corn, creamed corn, sour cream, and melted butter.
Stir until well mixed.
Add the cornbread mix to the corn mixture and stir until most of the lumps are gone.
Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese (save the rest for the top)
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.

Bake

Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges start to pull away from the sides of the dish.

Serve

Allow the casserole to sit for a few minutes before serving.
Sprinkle sliced green onions over the top for garnish.

Notes

Optional: 1 small jalapeño, diced (for some heat) – added in with the cheddar.

Optional: 1/4 cup chopped chives or green onions for garnish

Cornbread Mix

½ all-purpose flour
½ cup yellow cornmeal
2 tablespoons white sugar
1 tablespoon baking powder .
½ teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Whisk together flour, corn meal, sugar, baking powder and salt. Slowly whisk in vegetable oil. Mix until dry mixture is smooth with no lumps.

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