Irresistible Parmesan Creamed Corn Casserole
A creamy, cheesy corn casserole with a perfect balance of richness and sweetness, featuring fresh Parmesan and sharp cheddar cheeses. This easy side dish is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, and holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Total Time: 50-55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 1 can (14.75 oz / 417 g) creamed corn
- 1 can (15.25 oz / 432 g), drained whole kernel corn
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese (Parmigiano-Reggiano recommended)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons / 57 g) melted butter
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) sour cream (or Greek yogurt as substitute)
- 1/4 cup (30 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground if possible
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/2 cup (120 ml) milk (whole or 2%)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley for garnish
- Optional: 1/4 cup (25 g) panko breadcrumbs for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the creamed corn and drained whole kernel corn.
- Add the freshly grated Parmesan and shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the corn mixture and stir to combine.
- Melt the butter in a small bowl using microwave or stovetop. Add sour cream and milk to the melted butter and whisk until smooth.
- Add the all-purpose flour, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt to the corn and cheese mixture. Stir gently to combine.
- Pour the butter, sour cream, and milk mixture into the bowl with the corn and dry ingredients. Stir everything together until well combined and creamy.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared casserole dish and spread evenly with a spatula. If desired, sprinkle panko breadcrumbs evenly over the top for extra crunch.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is bubbling around the edges.
- Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving to help it set.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley just before serving.
Notes
If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover the casserole with foil halfway through baking. For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free flour blend. For dairy-free, use dairy-free sour cream, plant-based milk, vegan butter, and vegan Parmesan substitute. Freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts better and tastes fresher than pre-grated. Drain whole kernel corn well to avoid watery casserole. Let casserole rest 5 minutes before serving to set properly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/6th of the c
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 8
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