CHEESY CREAM CHEESE CORN CASSEROLE
This Cheesy Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is a creamy, comforting, and crowd-pleasing side dish. Sweet corn, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and a few other simple ingredients come together to create a warm and bubbly casserole that's perfect for holidays, potlucks, or any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 (15 ounce) cans cream-style corn
- 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a Mexican blend)
- Optional topping: ¼ cup corn chips, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cream-style corn, drained whole kernel corn, softened cream cheese, melted butter, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, salt, and pepper. Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
- Add cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour into baking dish: Pour the corn mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Add topping (optional): Sprinkle the crushed corn chips over the top of the casserole, if desired.
- Bake: Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the casserole is bubbly and lightly golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Corn: You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn for this recipe. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before using.
- Cheese: Cheddar cheese is a classic choice for this casserole, but you can use other cheeses that melt well, such as Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a Mexican blend.
- Cream Cheese: Make sure the cream cheese is softened before using it so that it mixes smoothly with the other ingredients.
- Sugar: The amount of sugar can be adjusted to your liking. If you prefer a less sweet casserole, you can reduce the amount of sugar.
- Corn Chips: The corn chip topping is optional, but it adds a nice crunch and flavor to the casserole. You can also use other toppings, such as crushed crackers or French fried onions.