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This gooey cornbread casserole recipe is an elevated take on a classic boxed cornbread that will have you coming back for more!
Gooey Cornbread Goodness!
Why would you need cornbread casserole when you have classic cornbread?
As much as we love cornbread, we especially love this casserole version because it’s just as simple but even more gooey and delicious.
We love that this cornbread casserole recipe is a comforting side dish perfect for any occasion. It’s perfect for pairing with soups and salads, or for serving at a BBQ or picnic! And we especially love to top it off with some honey or even Honey Butter when serving at holidays, like Thanksgiving.
If you’re a fan of corn – we guarantee you’ll love this recipe.
WHY WE LOVE IT:
- Easy peasy. Jiffy cornbread casserole requires minimal ingredients and effort, making it a perfect dish for busy weeknights or unexpected guests.
- Creamy delight. The combination of corn, cream-style corn, and cheese creates a rich and indulgent texture that everyone will love.
- Super side. This BBQ side dish complements a wide range of main dishes.
Ingredients
PREP TIME: 15 minutes COOK TIME: 45 minutes
- ½ cup butter, melted
- 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, not drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can creamed corn
- 2 (8.5-ounce) boxes Jiffy corn mix – Make sure that you are using a Cornbread MIX and not just cornmeal. We used Jiffy Cornbread Mix for this recipe; other similar brands of the same amount can be used.
- 1 (8-ounce) container sour cream – or Plain Greek Yogurt
- 2 eggs – beaten
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
How to Make Cornbread Casserole
- PREP. Preheat oven to 375°F.
- BATTER. Add ½ cup melted butter, 1 can whole corn kernels (not drained), 1 can creamed corn, 2 boxes Jiffy corn muffin mix, and 8 ounces sour cream to a medium bowl and stir to combine.
- Fold in 2 eggs, beaten, and ¼ cup sugar and mix until combined.
- BAKE + ENJOY! Pour cornbread batter into a greased 9×9 inch dish and bake for 45 minutes – 1 hour. Mixture will be more gooey than regular cornbread. Cornbread casserole is done when it’s slightly browned on top and the center is set and doesn’t jiggle.
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- Add butter, whole corn, creamed corn, corn muffin mix, and sour cream to a medium bowl and mix well.
- Fold in eggs and sugar and mix until combined.
- Pour into a greased 9×9 inch dish and bake for 45 minutes – 1 hour. Mixture will be more gooey than regular cornbread.
- Cornbread casserole is done when it's slightly browned on top and the center is set and doesn't jiggle.
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Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
> Cheese. Mix shredded cheddar cheese or sprinkle it on top of the batter before baking.
> Spice. Sprinkle in some taco seasoning
> Veggies. Chopped spinach, diced green chilis, diced red bell peppers, sliced jalapeños, or diced onions (white or green).
> Meat. Cooked ground beef, cooked crumbled bacon.
Prepare the casserole, cover it, and store it unbaked in the fridge for a few hours. Let it sit on the counter for 30 minutes before putting it in the oven.
Whether you make this casserole ahead of time or want to save leftovers, the instructions are the same. Wrap the cooled casserole with plastic, or place smaller portions in storage containers, and keep it in the fridge for 3-4 days.
Reheat in the microwave or the oven.
Wrap tightly in plastic and again with foil. Label and freeze for up to 6 months. Thaw overnight.
Can yogurt be used if I don’t have sour cream?
I love this cornbread casserole! It makes a great side dish.
This is my kind of comfort food, it’s so dang good!
Loved this cornbread casserole with our chili last night! Loved how the sweetness of the casserole complimented the chili. Can’t wait to make it again.
This casserole is my absolute favorite! So soft and full of flavor!
YUMMMMMMMMM…. pretty much sums up this casserole. Its easy to whip up and is so good.
Love the real corn in this recipe. YUMMY!
This is the BEST cornbread!!!! It’s so thick and gooey, just the way I like it. It’s crazy easy to make too, even better! You NEED this at your next chili cook-off or bbq.
So glad you love the cornbread! Thanks for sharing!
This is straight up DELICIOUS! For sure going to be serving it with chili this fall!
Sweet, moist, and easy to make! It’s the perfect side for BBQs.