Corn Soufflé Recipe (Easy Corn Casserole) - the hungry bluebird (2024)

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This simple and delicious corn casserole is a little bit cornbread and a little bit creamed corn soufflé. It's easy and a hands down favorite side dish for the holidays and family gatherings!

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Thanksgiving is fast approaching and that means this corn casserole will be on the table, best described as a cross between cornbread and creamy corn soufflé with a golden brown top. Some call it corn pudding or corn casserole or escalloped corn, but in my family, it's corn soufflé!

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This family holiday side dish became a must-have on our table because of my middle daughter. When she was 13, she announced at the dinner table that she was no longer going to eat meat. From that day forward, no red meat, chicken or fish, at all. So this side dish became her favorite, and still is.

INGREDIENTS

What is this corn soufflé I speak of? I clipped this recipe out of the paper years ago, and when I recently did some research, I found lots of versions of this corn casserole. I'm thinking this might have originated with Jiffycorn muffin mix.

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Here's what you'll need:

  • A can each of whole kernel corn and creamed corn
  • Sour cream
  • Melted butter
  • An egg
  • A box of Jiffy corn muffin mix

HOW TO MAKE THIS RECIPE

This is such a simple dump and bake casserole.

  1. Preheat your oven.
  2. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and then pour into a buttered casserole dish.
  3. Bake until golden brown and set, about 45 minutes or so.

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RECIPE NOTES AND TIPS

  • I've only ever usedJiffy Corn Muffin Mix so if you use another brand, I would use the same amount.Jiffyalso comes in a vegetarian version which I buy if available.
  • I've used different size casseroles and prefer a 2-quart size with higher sides. Shape and size will affect cooking time, start checking at 45 minutes, it should be firm to the touch and set, not too jiggly.
  • Leftovers are delicious and reheat well in the microwave, just cover lightly with a damp paper towel and microwave on high until hot.

And there you have it, probably the easiest side dish I make on Thanksgiving and any other special family get-together. My three daughters all make this on their own now and after giving them the recipe multiple times, they now have it here. I hope you enjoy this easy, warm and comforting corn soufflé as much as we do. xxo- Kelly🍴🐦

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Looking for some other easy sides for the holidays? Give these a try!

  • The easiest and Best Brussels Sprouts, caramelized on the stovetop with honey and Dijon mustard.
  • Easy Honey Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots, super simple on the stovetop.
  • Cheesy Potatoes, my family's favorite cheesy hash brown casserole.

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UPDATED:Originally published in 2015 and updated in 2021 for better user experience with new copy, updated photos and a how-to video. Don't worry, no changes to the beloved recipe!

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Corn Soufflé

Easy corn casserole for the holidays, made with corn muffin mix, canned corn, egg, butter and sour cream, a favorite holiday side dish.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes

Total Time: 1 hour hour

Servings: 8

Calories: 256kcal

Author: Kelly

Ingredients

  • 1 15-oz. can whole kernel corn drained
  • 1 15-oz. can cream-style corn
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 8 ½ oz box corn muffin mix

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 º

  • Lightly butter a 2-quart casserole dish.

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well. Pour into casserole dish and bake 45 – 55 minutes, until set but not too firm and dry. (It depends on the shape/size of your casserole dish. A deeper dish takes longer.)

Recipe Notes

  • I've only ever usedJiffy Corn Muffin Mix so if you use another brand, I would use the same amount.
  • Casserole dish shape and size will affect cooking time, start checking at 45 minutes, it should be firm to the touch and set, not too jiggly.
  • Leftovers are delicious and reheat well in the microwave, just cover lightly with a damp paper towel and microwave on high until hot.

Nutrition

Calories: 256kcal Carbohydrates: 25g Protein: 4g Fat: 16g Saturated Fat: 8g Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g Monounsaturated Fat: 5g Trans Fat: 0.2g Cholesterol: 53mg Sodium: 337mg Potassium: 84mg Fiber: 2g Sugar: 8g Vitamin A: 422IU Vitamin C: 0.3mg Calcium: 53mg Iron: 1mg

Did you make this recipe? Please comment, rate it and share! And mention me on Instagram @thehungrybluebird or tag #thehungrybluebird so I can see!

Corn Soufflé Recipe (Easy Corn Casserole) - the hungry bluebird (2024)

FAQs

What is the difference between corn casserole and cornbread? ›

Corn casserole is a dish that mixes cornbread with whole kernel corn, sour cream, butter, and cheese, along with some creamed corn to form a new dish that has cornbread as its base.

Can you reheat corn souffle? ›

Microwave Oven: Place corn soufflé in a microwave safe dish, cover with paper towel and place in microwave 6-8 minutes.

Why is my corn casserole mushy? ›

Is corn casserole supposed to be mushy? Yes! It has that “pudding” texture, so you want it to be moist on the inside. You can tell that your corn casserole is done when it's lightly brown on top and the center is set — but still soft.

What did cornbread used to be called? ›

The name came from the Algonquin word apan, meaning "baked." The Narragansett word for cornbread, nokechick, became no-cake and then hoe-cake. Because cornbread traveled well, some began calling it journey cake, which evolved into the name Johnny cake. But whatever it was called, it was all cornbread.

How to know when corn casserole is done? ›

Bake for 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes, or until golden brown and the casserole has a slight jiggle when shaken.

Can you prep a soufflé ahead of time? ›

Souffle may be made up ahead and refrigerated as long as 24 hours. Put souffle in cold oven and bake 50 minutes at 325 degrees. It can also be frozen up to 7 days. Allow 50 to 60 minutes to bake frozen at the same temperature.

Can you eat soufflé the next day? ›

The recipe for the original souffle came from here, but if you really want to taste what my childlike imagination conjured all those years ago, I suggest you let them cool, cover with plastic wrap, and keep in the fridge overnight. The next day, top with some berries and a big plop of whipped cream.

Is corn meal the same as cornbread mix? ›

Are cornmeal and cornbread the same thing? No. Cornbread made with cornmeal, but the two aren't the same thing.

What's the difference between cornbread and corn muffin mix? ›

Cornbread is a quick bread made with cornmeal that may or may not contain sugar and is usually baked in a skillet, pan, or into sticks. Corn muffins are baked in muffin tins and contain cornmeal and generous amounts of sugar; most are more cake-like in texture.

What is the difference between cornbread and Southern cornbread? ›

She notes that Northern cornbread is sweeter, lighter, and more cake-like than Southern cornbread. Not surprisingly, it includes sugar (or molasses, in the earlier centuries), unlike traditional Southern cornbread.

What's another name for Southern cornbread? ›

What is another word for cornbread?
cornponehoecake
cornmeal breadSouthern cornbread
corn muffincorn pone
maize breadmaize flour bread
mealie bread
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