Description
Midwestern corn delight bake celebrates regional comfort with layers of creamy corn goodness. Golden ingredients blend seamlessly to create a hearty side dish people will savor at gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 15 oz (425 g) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 15 oz (425 g) can cream-style corn
- 1 8.5 oz (241 g) box corn muffin mix
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
- 4 tbsps (60 ml) butter, melted
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C) and liberally grease a 2-quart baking dish with unsalted butter to prevent sticking.
- Mixing: In a large mixing bowl, combine whole kernel corn, cream-style corn, whisked egg, melted butter, sour cream, and corn muffin mix. Stir until the mixture reaches a smooth, consistent texture without any dry pockets.
- Assembly: Transfer the corn mixture into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to distribute it evenly and create a level surface for uniform baking.
- Baking: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes, monitoring the surface until it develops a rich, golden-brown color and the center appears set with a slight, gentle jiggle.
- Finishing: Remove the corn delight from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes. This resting period allows the ingredients to meld together, enhancing the overall flavor and helping the casserole maintain its structure when served.
Notes
- Butter Coating Tip: Generously grease the baking dish to prevent sticking and create a deliciously crispy edge that easily releases from the pan.
- Mixing Mastery: Whisk ingredients thoroughly to eliminate lumps and ensure a smooth, creamy texture throughout the corn casserole.
- Baking Precision: Watch carefully during the last 10 minutes of baking to achieve that perfect golden-brown top without overcooking.
- Resting Magic: Let the casserole sit after baking to allow flavors to meld and the texture to set, resulting in a more cohesive and flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 569 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 61 mg