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Are you looking for a delicious, simple, and inexpensive side dish that your family and friends will love? Try this easy creamy cornbread casserole. It is moist, flavorful, and just falls apart in your mouth. It has whole corn kernels inside which give it an amazing texture and extra punch of corn flavoring without being overpowering. Creamy cornbread casserole goes great with a hot bowl of chilly on those cold winter nights.

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Ingredients needed to make Creamy Cornbread Casserole:

  • Whole-kernel corn: Any canned whole-kernel corn will do. If you want this to be a budget-friendly side, you can go with the generic brands. Just remember to reserve half of the liquid from the can. I poured the liquid into a wet measuring cup and then just poured out half of that liquid.
  • Cream-style corn: We won’t be draining any liquid from this one. You just open the can and pour it into the bowl.
  • Eggs: The eggs are used to give the creamy cornbread recipe a bread-like appearance.
  • Dry cornbread mix: For this, I used the Jiffy brand, the box was 8.5 ounces and was extremely budget-friendly. You will need exactly this amount.
  • Sour cream: sour cream is what makes this casserole so creamy and gives it that delicious fall-apart-in-your-mouth texture. This one is also an easy measure, just make sure you get an 8-ounce container of sour cream and just use all of it. It makes 1 cup.
  • Cheddar cheese: I always recommend you shred your own cheese. For this recipe, you will need 8 oz. You can also use pre-shredded cheddar. Mild, medium, or sharp. Whichever you like best.

Make The BEST Cornbread Casserole:

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Spray a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish with cooking spray.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole-kernel corn, cream-style corn, reserved liquid from the whole-kernel corn, 2 eggs, dry cornbread mix, and sour cream. Mix until all ingredients are well combined, but don’t overmix… Pour the batter into the casserole dish.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar over the top evenly.
  4. Bake for 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden brown.

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Tips for the best Creamy Cornbread Casserole:

  1. Don’t overmix the ingredients, overmixing can lead to a denser cornbread casserole recipe and it might even end up a bit dry and crumbly.
  2. Check the casserole a few minutes before the baking time is up and keep an eye on the cheese. If it gets too dark, it will become crunchy instead of gooey and melted.
  3. If you want your creamy cornbread recipe to be extra cheesy, shred your own cheese. Pre-shredded cheese doesn’t melt as well as freshly shredded.
  4. This cornbread casserole recipe is best served warm while the cheese is still melty. Feel free to add a bit of melted butter on the top or add a touch of honey for some sweetness.

What goes well with cornbread casserole?

This creamy and cheesy cornbread recipe goes great with chili, Easy Chili Recipe is a great option. It also pairs quite well with BBQ and meat dishes likeBest Cajun Butter Steak Recipe.

Soups like Slow Cooker Chicken Fajita SoupandChicken Tortilla Soup Crockpot go great with a piece of cornbread casserole.

Fried chicken like my deliciousCopycat Popeyes Fried Chicken Recipe, stew (my family loves having a slice with Hungarian Goulash Recipe), or pretty much anything!

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Make ahead and storage instructions:

You can certainly prepare the batter for this delicious casserole the day before, but I would recommend holding off on adding the cheese until right before baking it.

Once all the ingredients are mixed up and added to the casserole dish, cover it with either foil or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator.

When you are ready to bake it, pull the casserole dish out of the refrigerator and let it sit for 35 to 40 minutes so it can get to room temperature before adding the shredded cheese on top and placing it in the hot oven.

Reheat cornbread casserole:

I would recommend reheating this cornbread casserole recipe in the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 F.

If you are pulling your casserole dish straight out of the refrigerator, I would let it sit on the counter for about 35 to 40 minutes, allowing it to get to room temperature before placing it in the oven so the heat doesn’t crack your glass dish.

Bake it for 10 to 15 minutes, I would check it after 10 minutes and then see if it needs to be warmed up some more.

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Easy Creamy Cornbread Casserole

Yield: 12

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 30 minutes

Total Time: 40 minutes

Creamy cornbread casserole is the perfect side dish for hearty and savory entrees!

Ingredients

  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained, but keep half the liquid
  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can cream-style corn
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 (8 ounce) package dry cornbread mix (Jiffy works great)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch casserole dish.
  2. Combine the whole-kernel corn, reserved liquid, cream-style corn, eggs, dry cornbread mix, and sour cream in a large bowl.

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  3. Stir until well blended (don’t overmix). Pour batter into the greased casserole dish.

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  4. Sprinkle the casserole evenly with the shredded cheese.

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  5. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until the cheese is melted and slightly golden brown. Check after 25 minutes to make sure the cheese isn’t getting overcooked.

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Nutrition Information:

Amount Per Serving:Calories: 246Total Fat: 13gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 56mgSodium: 460mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 8g

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FAQs

Is there a substitute for sour cream in corn casserole? ›

Just replace the same amount of sour cream called for in the recipe with full-fat plain Greek yogurt. Mayonnaise - Surprisingly, mayonnaise makes a good substitute for sour cream, especially in stews and casseroles. It adds richness, creaminess and tanginess.

What is the difference between corn casserole and cornbread? ›

Corn casserole is a dish that mixes cornbread with whole kernel corn, sour cream, butter, and cheese, along with some creamed corn to form a new dish that has cornbread as its base.

How do you know when corn casserole is done? ›

A finished casserole with be slightly brown. And when corn casserole is done, it should not jiggle when moved. The lack of a jiggle is a sign that the center is set, but the casserole will still be moist on the inside, per Taste of Home.

Can you add a can of corn to Jiffy mix? ›

To make Jiffy cornbread mix moister:

Add 1/3 cup sour cream, or. Replace 1/3 cup milk with 1/2 cup buttermilk. You can also add one 8-ounce can of strained cream corn. This also makes it extra corny, too.

What can I use if I don't have enough sour cream for a recipe? ›

Buttermilk. Buttermilk is creamy and acidic like sour cream, so it's great for dressings and dips. Use 3/4 cup buttermilk for every 1 cup of sour cream called for in a recipe.

Can I substitute frozen corn for canned corn in corn casserole? ›

Canned corn is generally less sweet than really good sweet corn. If you are using unsalted butter add 1 teaspoon of salt. You can substitute plain yogurt for the sour cream. You can substitute 1 ½ cups defrosted frozen corn for the canned corn.

What does a pone of cornbread mean? ›

The term "pone" most likely entered English from Native American language terms like apan, oppone or supawn, meaning baked, possibly related to earlier ash cakes baked in hot coals. A "corn pone" is usually a small round loaf of cornbread, about the size of a biscuit, traditionally baked in a round cast iron skillet.

Why is my corn casserole mushy? ›

My corn pudding casserole is mushy; what did I do wrong? If the corn pudding is mushy, it's likely because there was too much liquid! Make sure you drain the whole kernel corn before adding it to the mixture. If you're using frozen corn, allow it to thaw before using it to reduce the moisture.

Does Paula Deen's corn casserole have eggs in it? ›

In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole kernel corn, cream style corn, unsalted melted butter, eggs, sour cream, Jiffy corn muffin mix and 1-½ cups of the shredded cheese. Mix these Paula Deen Corn Casserole ingredients together well and then pour the mixture into your prepared pan.

Does canned corn need to be cooked? ›

Canned corn is fully cooked, so it is safe to eat without further cooking. Canned vegetables are great to keep on hand. Look for “low sodium” or “no salt added” on the label, or rinse canned vegetables to reduce their sodium (salt) content.

What does adding an extra egg to cornbread mix do? ›

Eggs, or egg substitutes help add structure to the cornbread.

Can I use heavy whipping cream instead of milk in cornbread? ›

You can substitute heavy cream for 1/2 cup milk plus 1/2 cup sour cream, combined. You can also substitute the cream for milk. Use 3/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons of milk plus 2 Tablespoons melted butter to the batter. The cornbread will have a close texture.

What happens if you use water instead of milk in Jiffy cornbread mix? ›

You can substitute water for milk on a one to one basis in your recipe. It won't be quite as rich, but it will be cornbread. There are plenty of recipes for hot water cornbread. The batter is made with cornmeal, salt, sugar, and boiling water.

What is a non dairy substitute for sour cream in a casserole? ›

Full-fat coconut milk can also make an excellent sour cream replacement in baked goods. Just add 1 tbsp. (15 ml) of lemon juice for every cup (237 ml) of coconut milk to mimic the sour taste. Coconut milk is a vegan-friendly sour cream substitute that can be easily used in many recipes.

Can I substitute sour cream for milk in a casserole? ›

Sour cream or full fat yogurt can be substituted 1:1 for whole milk. Use this substitute in baking quick breads or for adding creaminess to pan sauces. Sour cream works especially well in recipes calling for buttermilk, too and vanilla-flavored yogurt can be used for sweet quick breads and cakes.

Can I use milk instead of sour cream? ›

12. Regular Milk. Although not an ideal substitute due to the lack of flavor and thick texture, you can use regular milk as a substitute for sour cream when in a pinch. Regular milk, as a replacement, is best in baked goods such as cakes, cookies, and bread.

How do I substitute sour cream for milk in cornbread? ›

Sour Cream can be substituted for milk in cornbread but will need to be thinned. I recommend using 75% sour cream and 25% water. Sour Cream will also change the taste of the cornbread and will add a slight tangy flavor which can be counteracted by using a small amount of vanilla extract.

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