Description

A creamy, sweet corn casserole topped with a crispy, salty cheddar crust. This easy, comforting dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday potlucks.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cans (15 oz each) sweet corn, drained
1 can (14.75 oz) cream-style corn
2 large eggs, lightly beaten
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small cubes
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
Make the corn filling: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the drained sweet corn, cream-style corn, beaten eggs, melted butter, sour cream, sugar, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Pour the filling into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Tap the dish gently on the counter to release air bubbles.
Make the cheddar crust: In a medium bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, flour, garlic powder, and paprika. Add the cold butter cubes. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to work the butter into the flour-cheese mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs with some pea-sized butter pieces still visible.
Sprinkle the cheddar crust mixture evenly over the corn filling. Do not press it down.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly around the edges. If the crust browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil after about 20 minutes.
Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. This allows the filling to set.
Serve warm, scooping out portions with a large spoon to include some of the crispy crust.

Notes

For best results, shred your own cheddar cheese from a block. Pre-shredded cheese contains anti-caking agents that prevent smooth melting. Keep the butter for the crust cold to ensure a flaky texture. Let the casserole rest after baking to allow the filling to set properly. Place the baking dish on a rimmed baking sheet to catch any bubbling over.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving (1/8 of ca
Calories: 385
Sugar: 12
Sodium: 520
Fat: 24
Saturated Fat: 14
Carbohydrates: 35
Fiber: 3
Protein: 12

Keywords: corn casserole, cheddar crust, sweet corn, comfort food, easy side dish, holiday side dish