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Easy Creamy Corn Casserole Recipe for a Cozy Dinner Side

Easy Creamy Corn Casserole

A rich, tender Jiffy-style corn casserole made with two kinds of corn, sour cream, and melted butter. It is an easy dinner side dish with a lightly golden top and a soft, creamy center.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 8.5-ounce box Jiffy corn muffin mix
  • 1 15-ounce can Whole-kernel corn, drained
  • 1 14.75-ounce can Cream-style corn
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) Unsalted butter, melted
Optional Seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Heat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9-by-13-inch baking dish, or use an 8-by-8-inch dish if you prefer a thicker casserole.
  2. Drain the whole-kernel corn well, then add it to a large bowl with the corn muffin mix, cream-style corn, sour cream, and melted butter. Add the optional salt and black pepper if desired.
  3. Stir the mixture just until all the ingredients are evenly combined. Avoid overmixing, since a gentle stir helps preserve the casserole's soft, tender texture.
  4. Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Smooth the surface lightly so it cooks at an even rate.
  5. Bake uncovered for 40 to 50 minutes, until the center is mostly set and the top is lightly golden. If using a deeper 8-by-8-inch dish, the casserole may need closer to 50 to 60 minutes.
  6. Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. This short rest allows the creamy center to firm up while remaining soft and spoonable.

Notes

Drain the whole-kernel corn thoroughly to prevent a loose or gummy casserole. Judge doneness by the center rather than the browned edges; a slight soft jiggle is fine because the casserole continues to set as it rests. For variations, fold in 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, add it during the final 10 minutes, or stir in 2 tablespoons chopped green chiles or a small amount of diced jalapeño.