Cornbread Casserole: a family-table method

Cornbread casserole with a serving spoon in it.

This cornbread casserole is a blend of corn muffin mix, canned corn, creamed corn, seasoning, eggs and butter, all baked together to make a hearty dish that’s reliable for feeding a crowd. Cornbread casserole pairs perfectly with turkey, chicken or seafood and makes for a great holiday side.

I’m always looking for side dish recipes that are unfussy to make, yet adored by both kids and adults. Some of our family favorites include oven roasted potatoes, succotash and this sweet and savory casserole.

Every year when the holidays roll around, I make cornbread casserole. It has all the great flavors of cornbread, but is never dry or crumbly and it’s loaded with flavor. I love that this recipe is quick to put together, feeds a lot of people, and uses ingredients that I typically have on hand.

This dish is reliable for holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Serve this dish with some of my go-to Christmas recipes like spiral ham or honey glazed ham with pecan pie cheesecake for dessert. You’ll be sure to get rave reviews!

Cornbread Casserole Ingredients

For this fluffy and tasty cornbread casserole you will need butter, eggs, corn muffin mix, a can of whole corn kernels, a can of creamed corn, sugar, sour cream, salt, black pepper and herbs.

Bowls of ingredients with cans of corn and a box of corn muffin mix.

How Do You Make Cornbread Casserole?

To make cornbread casserole, first preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Next, stir together canned corn, creamed corn, butter, eggs, sour cream, corn muffin mix, sugar, salt and pepper in a large bowl. When the ingredients are well combined, spread the batter into a greased pan. You want an even layer of batter. Bake the casserole until the top is golden brown and the center is set. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired, then serve and enjoy.

Corn, sour cream, corn muffin mix and sugar in a bowl.

Tips For The Reliable Dish

People most commonly make this recipe with Jiffy corn muffin mix. If your store does not carry Jiffy, any box of cornbread or muffin mix that’s the same weight will work just fine.
The casserole is ready when the top is lightly browned and the inside is just set. You can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the casserole, it should come out with a few crumbs attached.
Use a knife and spatula to cut squares of the casserole, or scoop it out of the pan with a large serving spoon.
Looking to save on a few calories? Feel free to use light sour cream and cut the butter in half.
You can easily double this recipe and bake it in a 9″x13″ pan for a larger group.
There are similar recipes to cornbread casserole that you can try like honey cornbread, corn pudding, mini cornbread pudding and Southern cornbread dressing.

Quick Tip

I use canned corn for the convenience factor, but this dish also works well with fresh corn or frozen corn kernels.

Recipe FAQs

Can you make cornbread casserole ahead?

Yes, one thing I love about this dish is that you can prepare it in advance! Make the batter, then pour it into a greased pan. Cover the pan with foil, then place it in the refrigerator for up to 8 hours. Uncover and bake as directed. You may need to add another 5-10 minutes to the baking time to compensate for starting with a cold casserole.

How long will cornbread casserole last in the refrigerator?

Leftover cornbread casserole will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can reheat individual pieces of casserole in the microwave. You can reheat the whole casserole by covering the dish with foil and baking at 325 degrees F until warmed through.

What is cornbread casserole?

Cornbread casserole is a variation on cornbread that is a fluffy, sweet and savory version that you can serve by the slice and eat with a fork.

How long do you cook cornbread casserole?

Cornbread casserole bakes in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 40-45 minutes.

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A square of cornbread casserole topped with parsley.

Flavor Variations

This is a basic version of corn casserole, but I often add other ingredients that I have on hand for different flavor profiles!

Meat: Stir in up to 1/2 cup of cooked crumbled bacon or finely diced ham.
Cheese: Add 3/4 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese.
Vegetables: Mix in 3/4 cup of cooked veggies such as bell peppers, green onions or jalapenos.
Chili: Serve this with a warm bowl of chili like my instant pot chili, turkey chili or slow cooker chili.

This casserole is a classic for good reason. It’s perfectly silky with a fresh corn flavor, and is always a crowd pleaser!

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This cornbread casserole is a blend of corn muffin mix, canned corn, creamed corn, seasoning, eggs and butter, all baked together to make a hearty dish that's reliable for feeding a crowd. Cornbread casserole pairs perfectly with turkey, chicken or seafood and makes for a great holiday side. Time Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time55 minutes

Course Side
Cuisine American
Serves 8

Ingredients

8 tablespoons butter melted
2 eggs
8 1/2 ounce box corn muffin mix such as Jiffy
15 ounce can corn kernels drained
14 3/4 ounce can creamed corn do not drain
2 teaspoons granulated sugar
1 cup sour cream
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 teaspoons chopped herbs such as parsley, thyme or chives
cooking spray

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 8 or 9 inch square pan, or 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
Place the butter, eggs, corn muffin mix, corn kernels, creamed corn, sugar, sour cream, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Stir until a thick batter forms.
Pour the batter into the pan and spread it into an even layer.
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until top is browned.
Let cool for 5-7 minutes. Sprinkle with fresh herbs if desired, then serve and enjoy.

Notes

I use canned corn for the convenience factor, but this dish also works well with fresh corn or frozen corn kernels.
This recipe is most commonly made with Jiffy corn muffin mix. If your store does not carry Jiffy, any box of cornbread or muffin mix that’s the same weight will work just fine.
The casserole is ready when the top is lightly browned and the inside is just set. You can check for doneness by inserting a toothpick into the center of the casserole, it should come out with a few crumbs attached.
Use a knife and spatula to cut squares of the casserole, or scoop it out of the pan with a large serving spoon.