If you’ve been searching for the perfect Thanksgiving side dish — the one people talk about all year and ask you to bring to every potluck — this from-scratch Corn Casserole is it. 🌽🧡
Made with real ingredients like frozen sweet corn, cream cheese, butter, and a silky custard-style base, this casserole bakes up golden, fluffy, and unbelievably creamy. No boxed mix, no canned creamed corn — just pure homemade goodness that melts in your mouth.
Easy, reliable, and always a crowd-pleaser, it’s about to become a holiday favorite in your home, too.
🛒 Ingredients
For the Casserole
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Butter for greasing the dish
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680 g frozen yellow corn, divided in half (340 g for blending, 340 g folded in whole)
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4 large eggs
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65 g (⅓ cup) sugar
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120 ml (½ cup) whole milk
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240 ml (1 cup) heavy cream
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115 g (½ cup) unsalted butter, melted
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1 ½ tsp kosher salt
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115 g (½ cup) cream cheese
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50 g (⅓ cup) all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
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2 sprigs fresh chives, finely chopped
Optional Garnish
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Crispy fried bacon pieces
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Additional chopped chives
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Grated cheddar (see Pro Tips)
🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Dish
Grease a 23 × 30 cm (9 × 12 in) casserole dish with butter and set aside.
2. Blend the Base
In a blender, combine:
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340 g frozen corn
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Eggs
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Sugar
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Heavy cream
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Cream cheese
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Melted butter
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Whole milk
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Salt
Blend on high for about 1 minute, until the mixture is smooth, creamy, and fully pureed.
3. Mix the Batter
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Add the remaining 340 g frozen corn to a large mixing bowl.
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Pour the blended mixture over the corn.
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Add flour, baking powder, chopped chives, and black pepper.
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Whisk gently until all ingredients are evenly combined.
Make-Ahead Tip: At this stage, you can cover the batter and refrigerate it for up to 24 hours.
4. Bake
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Pour the batter into the prepared casserole dish.
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Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Serve
Let the casserole cool slightly, then top with crispy bacon and extra chives if you’d like. Serve warm and watch it disappear!
💡 Pro Tips
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🧀 Cheesy Twist: Sprinkle grated cheddar over the top during the last 10 minutes of baking for a lightly melted golden finish.
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❄️ Frozen Corn Works Best: It gives the casserole a fresh, naturally sweet flavor and maintains texture better than canned.
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⏲️ Perfect Make-Ahead Dish: Mix the batter the day before, store it chilled, and bake right before serving.
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🌽 Don’t Overmix: Stir until just combined to keep the casserole light and fluffy.
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🍽️ Serving Suggestion: Pair it with roasted turkey, ham, or holiday chicken — it goes with everything!
🏆 Why You’ll Love This Recipe
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🌽 Made from scratch — no Jiffy mix, no shortcuts.
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🥣 Ultra-creamy and custardy with incredible depth of flavor.
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🍽️ Perfect for holidays and feeds a crowd easily.
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🧈 Rich and comforting, thanks to butter, cream cheese, and sweet corn.
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💛 Foolproof — great for beginners and seasoned cooks alike.
📌 FAQs
1. Can I use canned corn instead of frozen?
Frozen corn works best for flavor and texture, but canned corn can be used in a pinch. Be sure to drain it well.
2. Can this be doubled for a larger group?
Yes! Double all ingredients and bake in two dishes or one deep 9×13” pan. Add extra bake time if needed.
3. How do I store leftovers?
Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the oven for best texture.
4. Can I make it gluten-free?
Absolutely — substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free 1:1 baking blend.
5. Does it freeze well?
Yes, you can freeze the baked casserole for up to 2 months. Reheat at 300°F (150°C) until warmed through.
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