5 Ingredient Corn Casserole

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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, whetherย pot roast,ย pork chopsย orย grilled chicken, what side dishes do you make? This 5 Ingredientย Corn Casserole Recipeย 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 simpleย 5 Ingredient Corn Casserole with Jiffy Mix ย 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 corn casserole. 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 aย corn muffin mix substituteย 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 corn casserole in a slow cooker on high for 2 ยฝ hours or on low for 4 hours. 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 corn 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 corn casserole is truly thanksgiving dinner and Christmas holiday staple for our family.  We hope that it becomes a favorite for your family holiday dinners, too!

corn casserole in a baking pan with a spoon
corn casserole in a baking pan with a spoon

5 Ingredient Corn Casserole

4.73 from 3056 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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Darlene
11 months ago

Can you make ahead and reheat when ready to serve?

Tori
11 months ago

Any chance I could sweeten it with Honey or brown sugar? I donโ€™t have regular sugar on hand ๐Ÿ‘Ž๐Ÿผ

Toni
11 months ago

Is the butter salted or unsalted?

Linda Herrelko
1 year ago

My son in law doesn’t like sour cream or cream cheese. Can you switch yogurt for the sour cream?

Nini2008
1 year ago

5 stars
I made this last night, but refrigerated it til today. It was really thin & I was a tad nervous. It.was.ahhmazing! I used Mexi-corn instead of regular & added chopped Jalepeno’s. It’s got quite the kick, but oh, so GOOD! My husband doesn’t like this, so it’s just me eating it. This is a great recipe & yes…it is gooey in the middle, but kind of firms up as it cools.

Ashley Black
1 year ago

5 stars
I have made this SEVERAL times with rave reviews and realized I never rated it! I wish I could give it 10 stars!! Cheap, easy, and delicious!! I add a bit of sugar and an egg or two, and it reminds me of the corn spoon bread from Don Pabloโ€™s. FANTASTIC!

Lisa Bohnenkamp
1 year ago

I love this recipe! I make more than I probably should but it’s just too yummy. I have tried it without egg and find it to be a bit on the heavy side. So I tried adding 1 egg and 2 eggs. I think 2 eggs is best it gives it more of a cornbread or cake like texture. I also add pepper (roughly 1+ tablespoon) the amount is all about preference but I like the hint of a little spice to it instead of sweet. I love reading what everyone else tries I check the comments for new ideas… Read more »

Barbara
1 year ago

5 stars
Love this recipe! Has anyone made it on the stove or over campfire in cast iron pan?

Lisa Bohnenkamp
1 year ago

5 stars
I love this recipe I make it usually once a week or every other week. I add just 1 egg and I think it makes it balance out perfectly. Not to heavy not to light. My whole family is a fan, so thank you for this great recipe that will be in our family for generations im sure.

pj Morris
1 year ago

5 stars
delicious

Ruth
1 year ago

5 stars
This was delicious! I doubled the recipe and added a can of condensed milk and baked it for about 70 minutes. It filled up 2, 9 X13 pans. Everyone at my gathering had something to say about it! Will definitely keep in the rotation!

Deb
1 year ago

Can I make this in either mini or regular muffin pans

Karol
1 year ago

Can this be baked the night before?

Sharon
1 year ago

5 stars
Awesome recipe thank you ๐Ÿ˜‹

Rose
1 year ago

Can you make these into muffins? If so how long in the oven?