Cheese Baked Corn
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistibly creamy Cheese Baked Corn recipe! Sweet corn kernels are coated in a luscious, homemade cheese sauce made with cheddar and cream cheese, then baked to golden perfection. A hint of garlic powder and paprika adds subtle warmth, while an optional topping of parmesan and breadcrumbs delivers a crispy, flavorful crust. This easy-to-make dish, ready in just 35 minutes, is perfect as a hearty side or a crowd-pleasing appetizer. Whether you’re hosting a family dinner or potluck, this cheesy baked delight will have everyone coming back for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups sweet corn kernels
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cups parmesan cheese (optional for topping)
- 0.5 cups breadcrumbs (optional for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a small baking dish (around 8x8 inches) and set it aside.
Melt the butter in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux, stirring constantly.
Gradually pour in the whole milk, whisking to ensure no lumps form. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens into a smooth sauce.
Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted and fully incorporated.
Add the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted, and the sauce is creamy and smooth.
Fold in the sweet corn kernels, ensuring they are evenly coated with the cheese sauce.
Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish and spread it out evenly.
If desired, sprinkle the parmesan cheese and breadcrumbs on top for a crisp, golden crust.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the topping is golden and the dish is bubbling around the edges.
Let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy your Cheese Baked Corn warm!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.5 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.9 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 111 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1003 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.4 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.3 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.8 g | ||
| Protein | 25.0 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 587 mg | 45% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 466 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
