Cream Corn Casserole

This Cream Corn Casserole is always at the top of the list for any Holiday or dinner side dish. It’s rich, velvety, golden-baked dish packed everything you love about Southern comfort food, sweet corn, buttery richness, and that soft, custardy texture that pairs perfectly with just about any main course. Whether you’re gearing up for Thanksgiving, hosting a backyard barbecue, or just craving a simple, cozy weeknight side, this creamy corn casserole recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort. It’s comfort food at its finest!

For a more hearty version, check out my cornbread cowboy casserole. For the perfect compliment, make this savory, hearty and bold Collard Greens and Sausage dish.

Perfect as a Side Dish for the Holidays, Cookouts or Weeknight Dinners

Because it’s rich, filling, and so easy to scale, this creamy corn casserole shines in every season. At Thanksgiving, it’s a natural companion to turkey and stuffing. At Christmas, it brings warmth and nostalgia to the table. And during summer cookouts, it pairs beautifully with smoked brisket, BBQ ribs, grilled pork chops, and backyard burgers.

It’s the kind of side dish that fits right in whether you’re cooking for four or feeding a crowd. Make one batch for a family dinner or double it for a party—either way, it disappears fast.

Why this Creamy Corn Casserole Stands Out!

There are endless versions of corn casserole, but this one is unbeatable for three reasons:

• It’s incredibly creamy thanks to sour cream, melted butter, and the perfect ratio of corn to cornbread mix.
• It’s beginner-friendly, making it accessible for anyone who wants to impress with minimal effort.
• It’s customizable, meaning you can tailor it to your meal, spice level, or personal taste.

If you want a no-fail, comforting, and delicious side dish with a rich, silky texture, this creamy corn casserole recipe is your new go-to.

Ingredients needed for a Cream Corn Casserole

• Cornbread mix: I used classic Jiffy. But use your favorite cornbread mix.
• Sweet corn: whole corn kernels add texture and sweetness to the creamy casserole. Do NOT drain.
• Cream corn: adds the luscious, creamy base.
• Sour cream: adds tang and richness to the base of the casserole.
• Eggs: help bake the casserole.
• Butter: gives the dish its classic comforting depth.

Step 1: Prep the Cream Corn Casserole mixture

This cream corn casserole recipe is the simplest and easiest Thanksgiving dish I know.  Just mix all the ingredients together, put it in the oven or grill and let it cook.  Done! Only work involved is whisking the eggs and opening cans.

To start, in a mixing bowl, whisk 2 eggs. Next, add the melted butter, a can of cream style corn and a can of whole kernel corn. Do not drain the liquid.  Add in the sour cream and 1 box of corn mix.  You can use anyone you like best, I like to stick to the classic with Jiffy. Finish with a pinch of salt.

Mix all the ingredients together very well.  Make sure the sour cream is blended in and that there are no cornbread air pockets anywhere.

Take a baking or casserole dish, spray with cooking spray and pour in the corn mixture.

Step 2: Grill the Cream Corn Casserole

You know I like to cook everything and anything on the grill.  This includes this cream corn casserole.  Not only does it save space in the oven, but it gives this dish a little something extra with the slight hints of smokiness.  It’s hearty, sweet and smokey!

Preheat the grill or oven to 350 degrees and set it for indirect heat. Here’s a good tip for anytime you bake on the grill. Be sure you start with a clean grill. If you have burnt reside from the last time you grilled a steak, your corn dish will taste like burnt steak and not corn. So clean your grill and you’ll have a nice mild smokey flavor. Place the casserole dish on the grates and cook for 45 minutes to 1 hour.  Remove it as you see the top firm up but the inside jiggle while moving.

Serve and enjoy!

Final Thoughts

Comfort food doesn’t get much better than this. With its pillowy texture, warm buttery flavor, and irresistible sweetness from the corn, this creamy corn casserole is one dish that steals the spotlight every time. Whether it’s gracing a holiday feast or rounding out a weeknight dinner, it’s guaranteed to become a staple in your kitchen year after year.

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