Paula Deen’s Corn Casserole
This easy corn casserole recipe from Paula Deen requires a box of Jiffy mix and 5 other simple ingredients! Make it up to two days ahead of time before baking in the oven or the Crock Pot!
Be sure to try my Green Bean Casserole, Sausage Stuffing, Au Gratin Potatoes, and Mashed Potatoes next!
Paula Deen’s Corn Casserole
It doesn’t get much easier than this dump and go recipe from Paula Deen. This side dish is perfect for the holidays and goes with SO many of my favorite dinner recipes.
Ingredients
See recipe card at the bottom of the post for quantities and full instructions.
- Creamed Corn
- Whole Kernel Sweet Corn– Don’t forget to drain it!
- Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
- Sour Cream
- Butter
- Cheddar Cheese– Buy a block and shred it yourself. It’s creamier and has better flavor.
How to Make it
This Corn Casserole recipe can be made in the oven or in the Crock Pot:
Oven Method:
Combine all of the ingredients except for the cheese.
Place in a lightly greased 9 x 13 casserole dish or a 10-inch cast iron skillet.
Bake uncovered at 350°F for 45 minutes.
Top with cheese. Bake for 10-15 minutes, until the top is golden.
Let stand for 5 minutes prior to serving.
**An alternative method is to top the unbaked casserole with cheese right away, and bake it (covered), for 55-60 minutes. Paula’s method is as described above, but I have done it both ways with equal success.
Crock Pot Method
- Combine all ingredients except for the cheddar cheese. Be sure to drain the whole kernel corn first. Add it to a lightly greased Crock Pot.
- Cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4.
- Add the shredded cheddar during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Ensure the center is firm and set prior to serving.
Make-Ahead Method
This is an easy recipe to make up to 2 days ahead of time. Here’s how:
Method 1: Assemble and Refrigerate
- Combine all ingredients except for the cheese and place in casserole dish. Cover with saran wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes prior to baking, then bake as outlined
Method 2: Bake and Reheat
- Bake covered at 350° for 50 minutes, let it cool, and refrigerate. Add the shredded cheese, cover it, and bake it at 300° for 10 minutes to warm it up. Bake again, uncovered at 350° for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Serve.
Adding Sugar
-If you prefer a sweeter corn casserole, you can add up to 2 Tablespoons of granulated sugar to the mix, although the cornbread mix does have some sweetness to it already.
Storing Leftovers
-Store in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
-You can freeze this for up to three months, but it tastes best when eaten fresh.
What To Serve With Corn Casserole
Try These Next
- Green Bean Casserole
- Au Gratin Potatoes
- Sausage Stuffing
- Homemade Mashed Potatoes
- Buttermilk Biscuits
- Baked Mac and Cheese
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Paula Deen's Corn Casserole
Ingredients
- 14.75 oz. creamed corn
- 15.25 oz. whole kernel sweet corn, drained
- 8.5 oz. Jiffy corn muffin mix
- 8 oz. sour cream
- 1 stick butter, melted
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
Oven
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except for the cheddar cheese. Be sure to drain the whole kernel corn.
- Pour into a greased 9 x 13 casserole dish or 10-inch cast iron skillet.
- Bake uncovered for 45 minutes.
- Top with shredded cheddar. Bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the top begins to brown.
- Let stand for 5 minutes prior to serving.
Crock Pot
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except for the cheddar cheese. Be sure to drain the whole kernel corn first. Add it to a lightly greased Crock Pot.
- Cook on high for 2-3 hours or on low for 4.
- Add the shredded cheddar during the last 20 minutes of cooking.
- Ensure the center is firm and set prior to serving.
Notes
Make-Ahead Method:
Method 1: Assemble and Refrigerate- Combine all ingredients except for the cheese and place in casserole dish. Cover with saran wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake. Let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes prior to baking, then bake as outlined
- Bake covered at 350° for 50 minutes, let it cool, and refrigerate. Add the shredded cheese, cover it, and bake it at 300° for 10 minutes to warm it up. Bake again, uncovered at 350° for 10-15 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Serve.
**An alternative method is to top the unbaked casserole with cheese right away, and bake it (covered), for 55-60 minutes. Paula's method is as described above, but I have done both ways with equal success.
Nutrition
Recipe Source: PaulaDeen
When adding the cheese in crockpot, do you just put it on top or do you stir it in?
Either method is fine! 🙂
Hi, has anyone doubled this recipe?
I am wondering the same thing, Donna-Jean. Did you try doubling the recipe? If so, how was it?
You can double it, I would increase the baking time by 10 minutes and check to see if the middle is firm and set. If not, check every 5 minutes after that. Or you can use 2 (9 x 13-inch) baking dishes and keep the cooking time the same.
This is a show stopper! Everyone absolutely loves this!
I’m so happy this was such a hit Susan! I make this casserole for special occasions and it’s always a hit. Thanks so much for the great review!😀
This recipe is one of my favorites, so delicious! I make it every holiday dinner and there’s never any leftovers!
I’m so happy to hear that Gilian! It’s one of my go to side dishes for the holidays too! Thanks so much for the great comments and review!❤️
Very good.
Yay! Thanks Carol!❤️
I made this recipe but added 2 pickled jalapeños diced small and about 8 pieces of cooked bacon crumbled and it was a hit at Thanksgiving
Adding some jalapenos and cooked bacon sounds yummmmmmy!❤️ Thanks so much for the great comments and review!
Love this especially in the crockpot
I’m so happy to hear that Deb! I love it in the crockpot too! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave a review!😃
I made this recipe for my Christmas work party. The theme was smoked bbq. It was outstanding and people were looking for more. Should have made two. Easy and delicious!!
Hi Kimberly! What a perfect recipe for a smoked BBQ party!! I’m so glad that you enjoyed it, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review! -Stephanie
Have you ever included an egg to this recipe? Many corn casseroles add eggs!
Thanks
Yes, you can add a whisked egg!
Not sure what I was thinking but added 8oz cream cheese instead of sour cream. I did make ahead and baking tomorrow. Do I need to mix in anything else like egg or milk. I could dump back in mixing bowl and add ingredients if need be.
I would probably add 1/4 cup of milk to thin it out A little bit! Try to judge the consistency and add a little bit more if you need to. ❤️