Cream Cheese Corn Casserole 🌽🧈
The Ultimate Creamy, Comforting Side Dish!
This rich and velvety corn casserole is loaded with cream cheese, sour cream, and buttery corn muffin mix for a decadent twist on classic cornbread. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners—it’s always a crowd-pleaser!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔ Insanely creamy – Thanks to cream cheese and sour cream
✔ Easy to make – Just mix & bake!
✔ Golden, buttery top – Crispy edges with a tender center
✔ Versatile – Pairs with fried chicken, BBQ, or holiday ham
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 (15.25 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 (14.75 oz) can creamed corn
- 1 (8.5 oz) box corn muffin mix (like Jiffy)
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened & cubed
Optional Add-Ins
- ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese (for extra gooeyness)
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (for a subtle kick)
- 2 tbsp chopped chives (for freshness)
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep & Preheat (5 mins)
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Mix the Base (5 mins)
- In a large bowl, combine:
- Whole corn, creamed corn, corn muffin mix, sour cream, and melted butter.
- Stir until fully blended.
3. Add Cream Cheese (2 mins)
- Gently fold in cubed cream cheese (don’t overmix—leave some streaks).
4. Bake to Perfection (45-50 mins)
- Pour into the baking dish.
- Bake until golden brown and set in the center.
5. Serve & Enjoy!
- Let cool 5 mins before slicing.
- Garnish with extra butter or chives if desired.
Pro Tips
🧈 Extra richness: Swap ½ cup sour cream for Greek yogurt.
🌶 Spicy twist: Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
🍗 Perfect pairings: Serve with fried chicken, ribs, or turkey.
Nutritional Info (Per Serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 320 kcal |
| Carbs | 30g |
| Protein | 6g |
| Fat | 20g |
Storage & Reheating
- Fridge: Store covered for 3 days.
- Reheat: In oven at 350°F for 10-15 mins (or microwave).
Final Thoughts
This Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is comfort food at its finest—creamy, buttery, and impossible to resist!