Make-Ahead Creamy Corn Casserole
Make-Ahead Creamy Corn Casserole is the ultimate comfort food, combining sweet corn, rich cream, and melted cheese into a velvety dish that’s perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. This crowd-pleaser is not only easy to prepare but can also be made ahead of time, allowing you to enjoy precious moments with your loved ones. With its irresistible aroma and creamy texture, this casserole will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or 2 cans of corn)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar and jack mix)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine corn, heavy cream, cheese, butter, eggs, salt, pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.
- Fold in green onions gently. In a separate bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs with melted butter and sprinkle over the corn mixture.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared dish and bake for approximately 45 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, sauté onions and garlic before mixing them into the casserole. - Substitute fresh corn with frozen corn; just thaw and drain it beforehand. - Customize by adding bell peppers or crumbled bacon for extra texture.