Description
Comfort meets Southern charm in this cream cheese corn casserole that brings creamy, cheesy goodness to your dinner table. Hearty kernels meld with rich cream cheese, creating a side dish guests will crave and savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cans (15.25 ounces/433 grams each) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 package (8 ounces/226 grams) cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
Seasonings:
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Additional Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) to ensure proper cooking temperature.
- In a spacious mixing vessel, whisk together cream cheese, butter, milk, sugar, pepper, salt, and garlic powder until achieving a velvety, uniform consistency.
- Gently fold the corn kernels into the creamy mixture, ensuring even distribution throughout.
- Transfer the blended concoction into a pre-greased casserole dish, spreading evenly to create a smooth surface.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, monitoring until the top turns a delicate golden hue and the edges become effervescent.
- Remove from oven and allow to rest briefly before serving, presenting a steaming, comforting side dish that promises rich, creamy satisfaction.
Notes
- Soften cream cheese and butter at room temperature for smooth, lump-free mixing.
- Use fresh corn kernels for the best flavor and texture, but frozen corn works perfectly as a convenient alternative.
- For a lighter version, swap full-fat cream cheese with reduced-fat or Greek yogurt to cut calories without sacrificing creaminess.
- Add crispy bacon bits or chopped jalapeños for extra flavor and a gourmet twist that elevates the classic side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 287 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 190 mg
- Fat: 21 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg