Frozen corn, cream cheese, and a handful of other simple ingredients come together to make the most delicious and easy Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese!
This veggie casserole is perfect for holiday meals, summer dinners, or anytime you're craving the best cheesy corn side dish.
Why This Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese Recipe is So Good
- It's a delicious and exciting way to serve corn! When your family is bored with plain corn, serve them this tasty and creamy corn casserole instead! Another delicious corn side dish to try is our Cajun Fried Corn.
- Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese is so much better than canned cream corn or other mushy recipes that you've tried. This casserole has the perfect ratio of juicy corn bits and creamy filling. A pinch of cayenne pepper gives just the right amount of flavor too.
- It's Easy to Make - A simple cheesy sauce is made from butter, cream cheese, and milk. Stir in some corn and throw it in the oven, topped with plenty of melty cheddar cheese! Let your corn casserole bake while you finish the rest of the meal.
Tips and Tricks for Making Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese
- Regular full-fat cream cheese is the best choice for this recipe. Low-fat cream cheese isn't as creamy and delicious!
- Garnish your creamy corn casserole with a little chopped fresh parsley if desired. It adds a wonderful bit of color to the dish.
- Instead of frozen corn, feel free to use canned corn or freshly cooked corn on the cob kernels.
- Make it ahead of time! This corn casserole will keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the oven.
- Bake this casserole in a smaller,1.5 to 2-quart baking dish. You can also double the recipe and bake it in a 3-quart casserole or a 9x13 baking pan.
What to Serve with Creamy Corn Casserole
While this creamy corn side dish is welcome with any meal, it's especially delicious during the holidays. Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner will be made even more special when you bring this easy casserole.
You should also try my Mashed Potatoes with Almond Milk, Thanksgiving Fruit Salad, Green Beans and Mushrooms, and Kale Apple Slaw if you're looking for more vegetarian holiday side dishes!
More Simple Side Dish Recipes
- Apple Pecan Salad
- Air Fryer Potato Wedges
- Vegan Grits
- Amish Potato Salad
- Grilled Corn Summer Pasta Salad
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Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese
Equipment
- Saucepan
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ cup whole milk
- 3 cups frozen corn kernels
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ¾ cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients and preheat the oven to 375°F/190°C.
- Add the butter and cream cheese to a saucepan and stir together over a low heat until the butter has melted. Then add the milk and stir until well combined and creamy.
- Add the corn, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir well.
- Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the cheese is browned and bubbling. Serve warm.
Notes
- Garnish creamy corn casserole with a little chopped fresh parsley if desired.
- Instead of frozen corn, feel free to use canned corn or freshly cooked corn on the cob kernels.
- Bake this casserole in a smaller,1.5 to 2-quart baking dish. You can also double the recipe and bake it in a 3-quart casserole or a 9x13 baking pan.
- This corn casserole will keep well in the fridge up to 4 days and can be reheated in the oven.
