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A warm slice of thanksgiving cornbread casserole being drizzled with golden honey on a rustic wooden table.
Oliver Grant

Easy & Cheesy Thanksgiving Cornbread Casserole

This easy and cheesy cornbread casserole is a perfect, savory side dish for your Thanksgiving feast or any family gathering. Made with creamed corn, whole kernel corn, sour cream, and pepper jack cheese, it offers a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 3/4 c. salted butter (1 ½ sticks) melted, plus more for the baking dish
  • 2 c. sour cream at room temperature
  • 2 cans creamed corn (14.75-oz.) cans
  • 2 large eggs at room temperature
  • 2 boxes corn muffin mix (8.5-oz.) boxes
  • 2 tsp. seasoned salt (such as Lawry’s)
  • 2 cans whole kernel corn (15.25-oz.) cans, drained
  • 2 c. shredded pepper jack cheese (about 8 oz.)
  • Chopped chives or scallions for serving (optional)
  • Hot honey for serving (optional)

Equipment

  • oven
  • 13x9-inch baking dish
  • Large bowl
  • Spoon

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and butter a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, sour cream, creamed corn, and eggs. Stir in muffin mix and seasoned salt until just combined, then fold in whole kernel corn and 1 cup of cheese.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle with the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
  4. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set and golden brown.
  5. Cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chives and serve with hot honey, if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 12gFat: 30gSodium: 900mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12g

Notes

For best results, allow the casserole to cool completely before storing any leftovers. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave.

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