Slow Cooker Corn Casserole
Slow Cooker Corn Casserole is a comfort food that everyone loves, and it can be prepared with just a few basic ingredients for a fluffy and creamy dish. With just some milk, butter, sugar, eggs, and sour cream to go with the corn and Jiffy cornbread mix, you will have this succulent dish ready for dinner by the time you get home from work.
Once you try this delicious holiday side dish, you will make it every year! If you don’t have creamed corn, use this decadent Creamed Corn recipe. And if you are looking for something else to make in the crock pot, try this Slow Cooker Rice and Beans.
Crock pot Corn Casserole
It seems this dish has been found on many tables at Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner, which makes sense because it is delicious. By slow cooking it, the ingredients marry well so you get a delicious burst of flavors in every bite.
This classic side dish is fabulously creamy and delicious with a nice sweet taste to it. During the holiday season, this is my go-to side dish. I simply put all the ingredients in the crock pot and do my other recipes while this is slow cooking to perfection. It only takes about 5 minutes to put it together, which is super convenient when cooking for large gatherings during the holidays.
This crock pot corn casserole recipe makes a great holiday meal too for any occasion. It can be served as a hearty side dish or a vegetarian main meal. Made with simple ingredients this is a dish that the whole family will love.
Ingredients needed:
Although these basic ingredients are often found in everyone’s kitchen, here is a list of what you will need. And when you need the specifics, scroll down to our recipe card.
- Jiffy cornbread mix: Or you can make your cornbread mix.
- Whole kernel corn: Sweet is best, canned or fresh.
- Cream-style corn: Canned or made homemade.
- Butter: Unsalted and melted.
- Eggs: Beaten and room temperature.
- Milk: Whole milk is best but 2%, skim, and almond milk are fine.
- Jalapenos: Chopped and seeded.
- Brown sugar: Dark or light will do.
- Sour cream: Whole fat is best.
How do you make the best slow cooker corn casserole?
- Combine: First, combine the ingredients in a large bowl and mix thoroughly.
- Spray: Before use, spray the crockpot with cooking spray so it will not stick.
- Cook: Next, cook for three hours on high or six hours on low.
- Tip: Cooking time may vary depending on the size and type of your slow cooker.
Recipe variations:
- Make it cheesy: Add some cheddar cheese to make it cheesy.
- Jack it up: Alternatively, use pepper jack cheese to make it a bit spicy.
- Oven-baked corn casserole: If you want to bake it, then follow this baked corn casserole recipe.
- Heat it up: Or for a lot of heat, add some chopped chilis or cayenne pepper.
- Thick and rich: For a thicker and richer version, use four ounces of cream cheese and cut the sour cream to half a cup.
- Add some jalapenos: For a spicier kick, add some diced fresh jalapenos to the mix. Also, you can use half a can of diced green chilies.
- Add meat: Feel free to add some ham, chicken, or other meat to this recipe for a meatier dish to serve as an entrée.
- Honey: Use honey instead of sugar for a healthier version.
Frequently asked questions
What is corn casserole?
Also known as corn pudding, this dish has been around since the old days when Native Americans used water and corn together to make it.
They probably shared it with the Europeans who came later, and we put our own spin on it over the years. The basic ingredients are corn, milk, sour cream, eggs, and butter with Jiffy muffin mix.
What can I use instead of cream corn?
You can actually make cream corn by mixing a half-cup of milk and one tablespoon of cornstarch into a can of drained whole-kernel corn.
Or, in this recipe, double the whole kernel and add one-half cup of whole milk or half and half. Soy or coconut milk can also be used but it will not be as creamy.
What if I don’t have any Jiffy corn muffin mix?
Making muffin mix from scratch is not difficult and you only need a few basic ingredients. Just gather 2/3 cup flour, ½ cup cornmeal, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon baking powder, ½ teaspoon salt, and 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
Next, mix until there are no lumps, and you have your mixture.
How do I prevent the casserole from getting too dry?
First, make sure not to overcook it. Simply follow the recommended cooking time in the recipe card below and avoid lifting the lid of the slow cooker too often, as this can let moisture escape.
Also, if you end up with a dish on the dry side, simply add some extra liquid to it, such as 1/4 cup of milk or sour cream.
What to serve with corn casserole?
This is a versatile side dish that goes well with a variety of main courses. Here are my suggestions:
- Garnish with chopped green onions and serve while it is still warm.
- Sprinkle with bacon bits for a crunchy topping.
- This makes a perfect side dish for any main meal.
- Add some crushed Ritz crackers mixed with a little bit of melted butter on top of the casserole after it is done cooking.
- It also goes great with a bowl of chili or this meaty crockpot beef stew.
- You could also spoon bread on top of a bed of pasta or rice.
- Similarly, this is delicious with a bowl of soup like homemade turkey soup or this instant pot cabbage roll soup.
How to store leftovers:
- Store: Store in an airtight bowl or casserole dish for up to three days in the fridge.
- Freeze: If you are not going to eat it within the next few days, put it in a freezer bag after it cools down, and then store it in the freezer for up to 90 days.
- Reheat: Warm up your leftovers in the oven at 350 degrees F for 10 minutes or microwave for two minutes.
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Recipe tips:
- Add the sour cream last, right before serving for a creamier texture.
- Use fresh sweet kernels instead of canned corn if you want a healthier meal.
- In fact, you can also use frozen corn straight from the freezer.
- Watch the time on this because you need to cook it until the middle is set but you don’t want the edges to burn.
- Put a few paper towels between the lid and the pot to catch the moisture so the casserole does not get mushy.
Slow Cooker Corn Casserole
Ingredients
- 2 8.5 oz boxes corn muffin mix
- 2 14.75 oz cans cream-style sweet corn
- 2 15 oz cans whole kernel sweet corn, drained
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 2 eggs beaten
- 1 cup milk
- 2 jalapenos seeded and chopped
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup sour cream
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix well.
- Spray a 4-quart casserole crockpot with nonstick cooking spray.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on high for 3 hours or low for 6 hours.
- Serve garnished with chopped onions.
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