Description
Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is a creamy, comforting dish that embodies the essence of home cooking. This delightful casserole features a blend of smooth cream cheese, sweet corn, and sharp cheddar cheese, creating a flavor-packed side dish that’s perfect for holidays, potlucks, or weeknight dinners. Its rich texture and savory-sweet profile make it a crowd favorite—ideal for families and guests alike. With minimal prep time and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll have a delicious meal ready to serve in no time. Plus, its versatility allows for customization with your favorite ingredients.
Ingredients
- 1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (18 oz) bag frozen corn, thawed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 2-quart baking dish.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the cream cheese and butter together until smooth.
- Stir in the milk until well combined.
- Mix in salt, black pepper, thawed corn, and optional cayenne pepper until fully integrated.
- Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown on top and bubbling at the edges.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 340mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg