Description
This Cheesy Corn Casserole is a comforting and delicious side dish that combines the natural sweetness of corn with a rich, cheesy batter. With a golden crust and a creamy, tender center, it’s perfect for family dinners or holiday feasts. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, this casserole will become a favorite at any table.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup yellow cornmeal
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
Wet Ingredients
- ¾ cup unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing the baking dish
- 2 large eggs
- 1 (14.75 ounce) can creamed corn
- 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1¼ cup sour cream
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the center. Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the all-purpose flour, yellow cornmeal, sugar, sea salt, and baking powder to ensure even distribution of leavening and seasoning.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Stir in the melted butter, eggs, creamed corn, drained whole kernel corn, sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese into the dry mixture. Mix until just combined to maintain a tender texture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the prepared batter evenly into the greased baking dish, smoothing the top for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the edges turn a light golden brown.
- Serve Warm: Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your cheesy corn casserole warm as a side dish to complement your meal.
Notes
- For a sharper flavor, substitute some or all of the cheddar cheese with a spicy pepper jack or smoked gouda.
- To make it gluten-free, use a gluten-free flour blend instead of all-purpose flour.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes after baking to firm up and make slicing easier.
- For a creamier texture, add an extra ¼ cup sour cream or some cream cheese to the batter.
- Prepare the batter in advance and refrigerate it overnight; bake fresh the next day for convenience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 1/12th of casserole)
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
