Description
This Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is a creamy, comforting side dish that’s perfect for holiday dinners or any family gathering. Made with corn, cream cheese, and a touch of cheddar, it’s an indulgent, crowd-pleasing casserole that pairs wonderfully with main dishes and brings warmth to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans (15 oz each) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a touch of sweetness)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional for topping)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix the Casserole: In a large bowl, combine whole kernel corn, creamed corn, cream cheese, melted butter, milk, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Bake the Casserole: Pour mixture into baking dish. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top, if using. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from oven, let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
Add crushed Ritz crackers or French fried onions for extra crunch. This casserole is ideal for holiday meals and pairs well with roasted meats.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 45mg