12 Classic Corn Casserole Recipes That Would Make Grandma Proud
On the long and impressive list of classic Southern side dish casseroles, corn pudding certainly belongs near the top. Not only does it make appearances at many Southern families' Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even Easter, but corn pudding (also known as corn casserole) is also a great way to make use of corn when it's in season—if we're not making creamed corn, of course.
Here are a dozen corn casserole and corn pudding recipes to help you find a new favorite.
Related: 33 Fast And Fresh Corn Recipes For Your Summer Haul
Tee's Corn Pudding
If we had a choose a corn casserole that would feel like your grandmother was in the kitchen, it would be this traditional recipe that has been a constant reader favorite for many years. With only eight ingredients and very little hands-on time, this recipe is a busy cook's dream.
Scalloped Corn Casserole
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
It's tended to be believed that what turns corn pudding into "scalloped" corn casserole is the addition of a crunchy. buttery crust of some persuasion. Here, we prefer using Ritz crackers and adding some panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Macaroni Corn Casserole
This is the side dish mash-up that you never knew you needed. We took the melty, gooey pasta goodness of mac-and-cheese and upped the ante with crumbled bacon and pretty little corn kernels.
Cornbread Casserole
Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox
It's common knowledge—amongst Southerners at least—that cornbread and corn pudding are completely separate dishes that just happen to both be baked into a casserole dish. However, we tried out a hybrid recipe that solves the dryness issue that plagues many cornbread recipes with the moisture of a creamed corn casserole, all with a little added kick of green chiles.
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Corn Pudding Casserole
This version of the classic corn pudding casserole is made with fontina or Swiss cheese for an ultra-creamy, extra indulgent dish. Turn this casserole into an entrée by adding ham, bacon, or sausage into the mix.
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Shoepeg Corn Casserole
Greg DuPree, Food Stylist: Micah Morton, Prop Stylist: Kathleen Varner
This personality-packed take on scalloped corn casserole transforms canned corn into a creamy and rich casserole with the help of tangy sour cream and lots of Cheddar cheese. Then, we topped it all with a crunchy, garlicky, and salty cornflake crumble.
Savory Corn Pudding
Sometimes, corn pudding can veer on the overly sweet side, or just the sweet side in general. This recipe puts an extra savory spin on the classic with the addition of chopped onion and fresh thyme.
Creamy Fried Confetti Corn
This old-school recipe is a crowd-pleaser for many reasons, though one of the biggest has to be the addition of bacon–and lots of it! The corn, onion, and bell peppers are even sautéed in the bacon drippings for extra flavor.
Cheesy Ham, Corn, and Grits Bake
Hector Manuel Sanchez; Styling: Caroline M. Cunnigham
Yes, you can even have corn casserole for breakfast. Made with cubed ham, fresh corn, and flavorful thyme, this dish is an easier twist on a soufflé and an impressive casserole for any brunch or shower.
Fresh Corn Spoonbread
Iain Bagwell; Styling: Heather Chadduck
Fluffy and full of corn flavor, this is what you should make when you're ready to try something a little different from your usual corn pudding. It's more bread-like in texture but airy and light.
Zucchini, Squash, and Corn Casserole
Hector Sanchez
Make the most of summer produce—or just switch up your Thanksgiving squash casserole—with this packed-full dish that is perfect for those who want more going on than just corn. A crunchy breadcrumb topping counteracts the creaminess delightfully.
Macaroni Corn Casserole
A match made in heaven: corn meets macaroni in this cheesy casserole that's meant for more than one scoop.
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