Quick & Easy Cheesy Creamed Corn Casserole
I’m always looking for unique side dishes for parties and holiday gatherings. And since corn is such a kid-friendly vegetable, it’s one of my favorites to include in a side dish for any get-together. Whether you’re looking for an easy side dish for dinner tonight or a simple side to make for Thanksgiving dinner, you’re going to love this cheesy creamed corn casserole. On top of being delicious, it’s also an easy gluten free recipe!
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This easy corn casserole has everything you want in a delicious side dish — vegetables, cheese, and bacon. But the best part about this yummy side is that you can quickly throw all the ingredients together in a pan and cook it without much work. That means its great whether you’re looking for a side dish for supper or a casserole to bring to Christmas dinner with the family.
The combination of corn, bacon, and two types of cheese is so amazing! And I’m sure even the pickiest eaters in your family will love it!
How to Make Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese
I love corn, but I’m not a fan of the canned cream corn you find on your grocery store shelves. Luckily, it’s easy to make your own creamed corn with cream cheese! To make creamed corn at home using cream cheese, you’ll need just a handful of simple ingredients:
- Frozen corn: You can also use fresh corn or canned corn for this recipe, but I prefer the flavor and ease of frozen corn when I’m baking it in a casserole.
- Butter: You can’t make a corn dishe without plenty of butter!
- Cream cheese: Use cream cheese to add a creaminess to your homemade cream corn. It’s the easiest and tastiest way to make your own creamed corn.
- Milk: Cream cheese alone won’t make your creamed corn creamy. You’ll also need to add some milk to the mix to ensure your creamed corn stays creamy as it bakes.
- Seasoning: You’ll also want to add some flavor to your creamed corn with cream cheese recipe by seasoning it with a little bit of salt and pepper to taste.
So, the first step to making this cheesy creamed corn casserole is to make your creamed corn with cream cheese. Start by whisking or beating together the melted butter, cream cheese, milk, salt, and pepper. Make sure your thoroughly combine all those ingredients to cream a smooth, creamy sauce.
After the sauce is ready, you can add your remaining ingredients. In addition to homemade creamed corn, this cheesy corn casserole also includes sharp cheddar cheese and some chopped bacon. Add those ingredients to the bowl with your frozen corn and stir it up until all the ingredients are well combined.
Next, spread the mixture evenly in a 9×13 baking dish and place it in the oven to cook for around 20 minutes.
After the corn casserole has been baking for 20 minutes, you’ll notice the cream cheese sauce has begun to melt and bubble. Remove the casserole from the oven and top it with some more sharp cheddar cheese. Then, return the casserole to the oven to bake for another 10 minutes. After the cheese on top has melted, your cheesy creamed corn casserole is ready to serve!
Questions About This Corn Casserole
This easy creamed corn casserole with cream cheese is so simple to make! If you have questions about this recipe, keep reading. You might just find the answer here!
Can I make this casserole ahead of time?
Of course! To premake this casserole, simply follow the instructions up to the point where you put it in the oven. Instead, cover the casserole and place it in the fridge. About 30 minutes before you plan to cook the casserole, remove it from the fridge and place it on the counter to allow it to come to room temperature. Then, place it in the oven and bake. You may need to increase the bake time slightly to allow the casserole to fully cook through.
Can I add more veggies?
I love the combination of corn and bacon in this corn casserole with cream cheese, but there are other veggies that would taste great in this casserole! Here are a few additions I think would be amazing:
- Diced potatoes
- Diced red or green peppers
- Jalapeno peppers
- Onions
- Zucchini
Can I add meat?
Transform this cheesy creamed corn from a side into a full dinner by adding meat to the mix! Stir in some diced ham or cooked chicken to make this casserole an all in one meal for an easy weeknight dinner.
When can I serve this side dish?
This yummy casserole really is versatile! There are a variety of places you can serve this delicious cheesy corn casserole dish. Here are a few ideas:
- Christmas dinner
- Holiday potlucks
- Backyard BBQ
- 4th of July dinner
- Memorial Day dinner
- Easter lunch
- Dinner tonight
Cheesy Creamed Corn Casserole
Make your own homemade cream corn using cream cheese for this simple cheesy creamed corn casserole.
Ingredients
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1 8-ounce package cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup milk
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 2 16-ounce packages frozen corn
- 5 strips bacon, cooked and finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, separated
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, cream cheese, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Add the corn, bacon, and one cup of shredded cheese. Stir to coat the corn with the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a 9x13 baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the casserole and top with remaining shredded cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 587Total Fat: 44gSaturated Fat: 25gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 124mgSodium: 1209mgCarbohydrates: 30gFiber: 3gSugar: 6gProtein: 22g
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Emily is a midwestern mom of two boys. She loves all things DIY — from home renovations to kids birthday party planning. Whether she’s making a new farmhouse craft for her home or helping her kids with a cool activity, you can bet she’s in the middle of some kind of DIY project (or three) right now!
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