This hot cream cheese corn casserole is a delicious and creamy side dish that is perfect for family gatherings or holiday dinners. Made with sweet corn, cream cheese, cheddar cheese, and a few other simple ingredients, this casserole is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. It is easy to make and can be prepared in just 30 minutes. Serve it alongside roasted meats or mains for a comforting and indulgent addition to your meal. The combination of corn, cream cheese, and melted cheddar creates a rich and creamy texture that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 cans (14.75 oz each) sweet corn, drained
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, melted butter, flour, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined and smooth.
- Add the drained sweet corn and shredded cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Stir until the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is hot and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a couple of minutes. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley, if desired, before serving.
- Serve the hot cream cheese corn casserole as a side dish with your favorite roasted meats or mains. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
The use of cream cheese in this casserole adds a decadent richness and creaminess to the dish.
This casserole can be easily customized by adding additional ingredients like cooked bacon bits, chopped green chilies, or diced red bell peppers for added flavor.
Leftovers of this casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
You can also make this casserole ahead of time and refrigerate it before baking. Simply bring it to room temperature before placing it in the oven.