Description
Southern comfort meets creamy corn magic in this irresistible Sweet Corn Spoonbread Casserole. Hearty kernels nestle into a buttery, golden base that melts in your mouth, inviting you to savor each comforting spoonful of pure, rustic delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 box (8.5 oz / 240 g) corn muffin mix
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) creamed corn
- 2 large eggs
Dairy Components:
- 1 cup (240 g) sour cream
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
Sweeteners and Seasonings:
- ¼ cup (50 g) granulated sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 350F (175C) and coating a 9×13-inch baking vessel with a light butter layer or nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Consolidate cornbread mix, whole kernel corn, creamed corn, sour cream, melted butter, eggs, optional sugar, salt, and optional shredded cheese in a spacious mixing bowl, stirring thoroughly until ingredients form a uniform, cohesive blend.
- Carefully distribute the mixture into the prepared baking dish, ensuring an even surface and consistent depth across the container.
- Position the casserole in the preheated oven, allowing it to transform for 45-50 minutes until the surface develops a rich golden hue and the interior reaches a firm, set consistency. Verify doneness by inserting a toothpick near the center, which should emerge with minimal residue.
- Remove from oven and permit the casserole to rest and stabilize for 5-10 minutes, allowing internal temperatures to equalize and texture to settle. Optional visual enhancement includes garnishing with freshly chopped parsley or thinly sliced green onions for added vibrancy and flavor complexity.
Notes
- Use room temperature eggs and butter to help ingredients blend smoothly and create a more even texture.
- Select stone-ground cornbread mix for richer corn flavor and slightly rustic consistency.
- Customize the cheese by swapping cheddar with pepper jack for extra kick or using a blend of cheeses like monterey jack and sharp cheddar.
- Make it gluten-free by choosing a gluten-free cornbread mix and ensuring all other ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg