Easy Corn Casserole with Just 5 Ingredients

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This no-fail 5 ingredient corn casserole recipe is versatile and bakes up into a savory side dish that will complement any meal.

When you sit down to a comforting dinner, whether pot roastpork chops or grilled chicken, what side dishes do you make? This 5 Ingredient Corn Casserole Recipe is easy and one of our favorite side dishes to make for everything from a weeknight dinner to a holiday meal.

corn casserole in a baking pan with a spoon

One of my favorite things about winter time is sitting down together as a family around the dinner table with a hot home-cooked meal. Itโ€™s this time of year when we like to pull out all of the classic family recipes such as meatloafbaked chickenMexican soupsโ€ฆ.good, simple comfort food.

When we sit down together to eat, this simple 5 Ingredient Corn Casserole with Jiffy Mix  is often on the table because it is so simple and versatile. It goes perfectly with Thanksgiving side dishes such as garlic mashed potatoes, sweet potato casserole and green bean casserole with bacon.

This recipe was given to me by a friend, but if youโ€™ve ever heard of Paula Deenโ€™s corn casserole, it’s very similar.

What is the difference between corn pudding and corn casserole?

Iโ€™ve realized since we shared this recipe back in 2015 that many people call this corn pudding. My husband loves pudding so heโ€™s totally on board with this. This recipe does have an almost creamy texture from the cream corn, butter and sour cream.

Our corn pudding recipe has an egg custard base than this recipe. If you love baked custard, that recipe may be for you.

What is 5 ingredient corn casserole made of?

You’ll need just 5 ingredients for this easy corn casserole recipe:

ingredients for jiffy corn casserole on a table
  1. 1 can of corn, drained
  2. 1 can of creamed corn
  3. 1 cup of sour cream
  4. 1 stick of melted butter (½ cup)
  5. 1 box of Jiffy Cornbread mix

There are many variations of this recipe. You can add egg, a touch of sugar, or cheese. But in our favorite? These 5 simple ingredients.

What happens if you canโ€™t find jiffy corn muffin mix? Use a corn muffin mix substitute you can use instead.

How to Make 5 Ingredient Corn Casserole

Make this family favorite corn recipe in just 2 steps:

  • Throw all of those ingredients in a large bowl and stir well. *Do not use the ingredients on the back of the jiffy box mix. Just the dry mix.*

  1. Transfer the mixture to a greased 8ร—8″ casserole dish and bake at 350ยบF for about 45-50 minutes. The exact baking time will depend on the exact size pan you use, so just be sure to watch the casserole closely. How do you know when corn casserole is done? The center is completely set and internal temperature should be at least 165ยบF.

baked corn casserole in a white dish

Why is my corn casserole mushy?

This is the main question we get about our corn casserole recipe. Home cooks bake it for the time suggested, but they say it isn’t cooking through.

This recipe, although it has cornbread mix in it, will not bake up like a sturdy cornbread. It is softer, more like a casserole. And although I don’t love the word “mushy” (I’d use the word “creamy”), it does in fact bake up soft.

Recipe Variations

  • Corn Casserole with Eggs. Mix in 2 eggsโ€ฆ.this creates just a bit more of a lighter corn casserole.
  • Cheesy Corn Casserole. Add ยฝ to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheeseโ€ฆ.because cheese makes everything better, right?
  • Corn Casserole with Sugar. Add ยผ cup to ยฝ cup sugar depending on the sweetness of the cornโ€ฆ.this of course makes it a very sweet corn casserole. If you add the eggs and sugar, it almost takes like a corn cake and could be eaten for dessert!
  • Add jalapeรฑo pepper for a spicy flavor!
corn casserole in a baking dish with one serving missing

Make Ahead Instructions

Make this creamy jiffy corn casserole up to 48 hours in advance. Mix up the casserole, place it in the baking dish and cover it with plastic wrap. When you are ready to bake it, remove it from the refrigerator about 30 minutes before you put it in the oven. Then bake as the recipe suggests.

**For best results, remove the casserole 1 hour before baking to take the chill off.**

Double the Recipe

Double the recipe and bake it in a 9×13″ pan. Depending on your oven, this may take an additional 15 minutes to bake, so plan accordingly.

Can you make corn casserole in the slow cooker?

Yes! Save oven space by cooking the casseroleย in a slow cooker on high for 2 ยฝ hours or on low for 4 hours.ย Each crock pot heats differently so watch the casserole closely. If you double the recipe it may take longer to cook.

Can I freeze corn casserole?

For the best textured casserole,ย I would not recommend making this Jiffy casserole in advance and freezing the entire casserole to reheat later.
However, if you have leftovers, they will freeze okay if you store it in an airtight container.

This Jiffy casserole is truly thanksgiving dinner and Christmas holiday staple for our family. ย We hope that it becomes a favorite for your family holiday dinners, too!

easy corn casserole in a baking dish with one scoop out
easy corn casserole in a baking dish with one scoop out

Easy Corn Casserole Recipe

4.73 from 3070 votes
This 5 ingredient corn casserole recipe is versatile and bakes up into a savory side dish that will complement any meal.
Servings 8
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes

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Ingredients
 

  • 1 box of Jiffy Corn Muffin mix 8 ounces, dry mix only
  • 15 ounces whole kernel corn (drained)
  • 15 ounces creamed corn (not drained)
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup melted butter

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 350ยบF. Spray an 8ร—8" baking pan with cooking spray.
  • In a bowl, mix the dry jiffy mix, drained corn, cream corn, sour cream and melted butter together and pour into a the prepared baking dish. 1 box of Jiffy Corn Muffin mix, 15 ounces whole kernel corn, drained, 15 ounces creamed corn, 1 cup sour cream, ½ cup melted butter
  • Cook uncovered for 45-50 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
  • Add salt and black pepper, to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley or sliced green onion if desired.

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Notes

  • Mix in 2 eggs….this creates just a bit more of a lighter corn casserole.
  • Add ½ to 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese….because cheese makes everything better, right?
  • Add ¼ cup to ½ cup sugar….this of course makes it a very sweet corn casserole. If you add the eggs and sugar, it almost takes like a corn cake and could be eaten for dessert!
  • Sour cream is best added into the mixture when it is not straight from the fridge. Set it at room temperature or warm it slightly in the microwave to take the chill off.
  • Frozen sweet corn kernels work well. I add about 12 ounces to this casserole in place of the canned corn.
  • If there are leftovers of corn casserole, put them in a storage container or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
The calories shown are based on the recipe serving 8 people, with 1 serving being ⅛ of the recipe. Since different brands of ingredients have different nutritional information, the calories shown are just an estimate. **We are not dietitians and recommend you seek a nutritionist for exact nutritional information.**

Nutrition

Calories: 351kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 48mg | Sodium: 579mg | Potassium: 213mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 630IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Calories 351
Keyword casserole recipe, corn pudding, corn side dish, easy corn recipe, easy thanksgiving dessert, jiffy corn mix
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SANDRA
4 years ago

5 stars
Today was the first time making this recipe. I made it for our office carry in. I added the 1/4 sugar and made it in a slow cooker on high for 2 1/2 hours. It came out perfect. Everybody loved it. Thank you for a classic recipe.

Mickie Enders
4 years ago

5 stars
How about adding a can of green chillies?

Becky
4 years ago

5 stars
I made this for a family reunion and added some finely cut onion and tiny cut pieces of red and green bell peppers. I never brought any home!

Cat
4 years ago

I prefer savory over sweet, so when I make this, I grease my pan using bacon. I put the pan and a piece of bacon in it in the microwave for about a minute, which puts out enough grease to spread around the pan. I discard the bacon or lay it on top of the mixture before I put it in the oven. To the mixture, I liberally add chili powder, which gives it a whole other flavor. If I want to served it as a main dish, I add a package of precooked frozen crawfish tails. People eat it… Read more »

Brenda
4 years ago

I made this tonight exactly like listed and itโ€™s delicious! Tastes like the corn casserole served at Paula Deens restaurant. Will make again.

Connie
4 years ago

What kind of cheese is preferred?

Kelly
4 years ago

5 stars
We loveeee this! Any suggestions on what to substitute for the sour cream? Can it be omitted all together or does it have to be substituted with something else?

Elizabeth Blocker
4 years ago

I like to put cream cheese in place of sour cream. It gives it a rich flavor.

Jackie
4 years ago

5 stars
In my family it’s known as corn thang. Note the southern pronunciation of “thing”. Been on our Thanksgiving table for many years.

Leslie G. Provazek
4 years ago

Leslie – Cornbread casserole is amazing. Made it twice and it is a spectacular hit with the kids!!

susan smith
4 years ago

5 stars
I made this 5 Ingredient Corn Casserole the other night as a side dish to BBQ sandwiches. It was incredibly delicious! I received lots of compliments.

I made it with the optional 2 eggs and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar. Not too sweet; just right. This was even better the next night.

Doreen
4 years ago

5 stars
This is always a favorite, easy and yummy recipe. Every time I make it someone asks for the recipe. Must have given it out at least 10 times.

Martin Ghazarosian
4 years ago

5 stars
NANA NANA NANA! Mine is better! (Try adding some fresh roasted diced Hatch green chilies.) Unbelievable addition.

Sara
4 years ago

Could you make this in a cast iron skillet?

Anna-Marie Suich
4 years ago

Hello Lizzy and Family ๐Ÿค—
I have searched grocery stores for the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix and none carry this product! To which is not unusual as we Canadians donโ€™t always have the same products as the U.S.
What other options are there for me to try? Iโ€™m really hoping that I can find an alternative as this casserole will tickle the tummyโ€™s of my whole Familyโฃ๏ธ

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