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SCALLOPED CORN is a family favorite that we serve up at every holiday dinner. It’s kid-friendly and one of the easiest dishes to make…just toss everything in a bowl, stir, and bake!

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Starting around the age of 5 my daughter took over making the scalloped corn for every holiday dinner. I think it was because she wanted to be sure that it didn’t get left off the menu. 😉

It’s a staple in our family…the sweet crunch of the corn paired with the soft cornbread goodness…it’s just a really special dish and we all love it!

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What Readers are Saying!

“This is one of our favorite side dishes!
To tell ya the truth, I’d be totally happy if it was the main dish!” – Dana

And, did I mention that it’s easy enough for a 5 year old to make? Sure…she needed help opening the cans and putting the dish in the oven, but really you just dump everything together and stir it up. It’s the perfect recipe for little helpers!

This dish is quick to put together and you can bake it up in your oven while you’re cooking the rest of your dinner.

Ingredients:

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  • Canned Corn
  • Cream Style Corn
  • Eggs
  • Sour Cream
  • Jiffy Mix
  • Butter
  • Seasonings

As you can see, this really is simple!

I know that canned cream corn has a bad rap…I get it. But, in this dish it’s really perfect! Don’t skip this one!

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Helpful Tip!

Lately, I’ve been swapping out the salt + cayenne pepper for a teaspoon of Tony Chachere’s Creole Seasoning. We put Tony’s on literally everything (it is the best!)) and it works perfect in this dish.

Method:

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  1. Stir everything together.
  2. Spread into a casserole dish.
  3. Bake!

I mean…does a holiday side dish even get simpler than that?

Make-Ahead:

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This dish is perfect to make the day before! Just bake as directed, cool a bit on the counter, wrap tightly in foil, and refrigerate.

To rewarm, bake in a 300 degree oven for 15 minutes or so.

More holiday favorite side dishes:

  • Broccoli Cheese Casserole
  • Twice Baked Potato Casserole
  • Crock Pot Mac and Cheese
  • Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole
  • Crockpot Green Bean Casserole
  • Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
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Scalloped Corn Recipe:

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Prep5 minutes minutes

Cook45 minutes minutes

Total50 minutes minutes

Serves 8 servings

Ingredients

  • 30 ounces canned corn, drained
  • 15 ounces creamed corn
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup sour cream I used light sour cream and it worked fine.
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 box Jiffy cornbread mix
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees.

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients and stir together.

  • Pour into a greased 9×9 dish and bake for 45-50 minutes or until the center is set and a knife inserted in the middle comes out nearly clean.

Tips & Notes:

The cayenne pepper may be omitted, but it does help balance the sweetness of the dish.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 390kcal (20%)| Carbohydrates: 53g (18%)| Protein: 8g (16%)| Fat: 18g (28%)| Saturated Fat: 8g (50%)| Cholesterol: 77mg (26%)| Sodium: 490mg (21%)| Potassium: 394mg (11%)| Fiber: 5g (21%)| Sugar: 13g (14%)| Vitamin A: 810IU (16%)| Vitamin C: 8.6mg (10%)| Calcium: 62mg (6%)| Iron: 1.7mg (9%)

Author: Karly Campbell

Course:Side Dish

Cuisine:American

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This recipe was originally published in February 2009. It was updated with new photos in November 2019.

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  1. Karen Dempsey says

    WOW-this is a keeper! Not one to leave reviews but this recipe was exactly what I was looking for. Side dish for a bar b q dinner. Fresh corn was in season so I used four good size ears in place of canned but everything else the same. It was flavorful, moist and not too sweet. Having not done it before I added some crushed ritz cracker for a little crunch but it’s not necessary. Thanks for posting this recipe!

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    • Karly says

      Sounds delicious with fresh corn and Ritz! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply

    • Karen says

      Just to be clear, kept the cream corn and sprinkled the Ritz just on the top. Yum!

      Reply

  2. Jennie says

    3 cans of corn sounds like a lot. I was thinking about adding two boxes of corn muffin mix. Adding spam to it. Any suggestions.

    Reply

    • Karly says

      If you double the corn muffin mix, you’ll want to double the other ingredients as well.

      Reply

  3. Eyda F Arguelles says

    I make this several times a year without the cayenne…..this year I added 4 oz of room-temperature cream cheese and it took it to another level!!!!!

    Reply

    • Karly says

      Sounds amazing!

      Reply

  4. Sue says

    Scalloped corn uses saltines. Your recipe is corn souffle aka corn casserole. They are totally different dishes.

    Reply

    • Sherry Sullivan says

      That’s the way I’ve always made it with crackers. Could you send me your recipe cause I can’t find mine and I need to make it for tomorrow night please.

      Reply

  5. Carla says

    It is not scalloped corn if you use Jiffy cornbread mix! That is a corn cassarole!

    Reply

  6. Deborah Wyatt says

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    I’ve been making this for years only I call it corn casserole. It is so very good. Sometime I switch out the can corn with Mexican corn and I top the casserole with cheddar cheese.

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    • Karly says

      Sounds delicious with the Mexican corn!

      Reply

  7. Sara says

    Hi Karly,

    This scalloped corn looks delicious. I agree with you, corn is so good, I could eat it for dessert. I’m actually taking a little breather from recipe testing a corn dessert! *soon to make an appearance on my blog*

    Hope to see you over there again soon
    🙂

    Reply

  8. Jackie says

    Ok, so I LOVE this recipe, it’s like corn-crack, but I’ve made it a couple times now, and it always seems to take a lot longer than it should. Like, two or three hours more. Any ideas why I can’t get this to cook in 45-50 minutes? I’m making this for Easter, and I’d really like it to be ready with the rest of dinner!

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  9. Durelda H. duRemus says

    LOVE this recipe! LOVED it!!! But what is a dell pepper? Also, sweetie, ya needta git ya need to ponder a bit on “your” and “you’re” . . . ya gettim confused ya got my head a-spinnin’ . . .

    Reply

  10. cheryl says

    made this tonite – big kudos from us!! next time – gonna add some some crumbled bacon!!!!

    Reply

  11. Kelly says

    This looks wonderful. I’m going to try this out before Christmas to possibly make for Christmas dinner. I make a version with Saltines like someone else posted.

    Reply

  12. Sarah E. says

    If you like corn, you ought to try this dip. It’s great!

    Corn Dip
    2 cans mexicorn/fiesta corn (drain)
    1 cup real mayo
    1 cup sour cream
    2 oz diced pimentos (drain)
    2 Tbls diced jalapenos
    1/2 tsp garlic powder
    1/4 tsp salt
    16 oz mexican cheese (divided, 12 oz and 4 oz)
    Mix all ingredients together.
    Bake in a casserole dish topped with the 4 oz of cheese at 350 for 20 minutes.

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  13. Nicole Lenz says

    I made this last year with the saltines and it came out a little soupy…looking forward to making it this way for Thanksgiving! Thanks for posting it. You have a great site!

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FAQs

How to make corn from a can taste good? ›

You can add butter and cream to make it taste better. Also a pinch of pepper. A little butter, milk and a dash of sugar will go a long way to improving the flavor. If you have the option, I'd recommend frozen corn over canned.

How do you know when your corn casserole is done? ›

A finished casserole with be slightly brown. And when corn casserole is done, it should not jiggle when moved. The lack of a jiggle is a sign that the center is set, but the casserole will still be moist on the inside, per Taste of Home.

How do you reheat scalloped corn in the oven? ›

You thicken scalloped corn with eggs and half and half. Together with the cheese these ingredients bind the corn to make a delicious casserole. How do you reheat scalloped corn? Reheat a baking dish with scalloped corn casserole in the oven at 325 degrees F for 15 – 20 minutes or until the middle is warm.

How do you make bland corn taste better? ›

Sometimes, depending on how the corn is grown or the type of corn you buy, it can be a bit bland. If so, feel free to add a little bit of sugar or honey during the cooking process. That being said, if you can seek out local corn in season, you're likely to be rewarded even more with the sweet, sunny flavor.

Can I use canned corn instead of fresh? ›

Try adding it to your favorite soup recipes, chowders, or party dips. Or, use canned corn for classic Thanksgiving side dishes, like corn soufflé or cheesy skillet scalloped corn. It can also easily be swapped in for fresh corn when making Ree Drummond's famous corn fritters.

What's the difference between corn pudding and scalloped corn? ›

What's the Difference Between Corn Pudding and Scalloped Corn? Corn Pudding has a rich custard base filling. The eggs and corn combine for a heavy custard filling instead of breading. Whereas, scalloped corn consists of a cheesy and buttery corn filling.

Why is my corn casserole mushy? ›

If the corn pudding is mushy, it's likely because there was too much liquid! Make sure you drain the whole kernel corn before adding it to the mixture. If you're using frozen corn, allow it to thaw before using it to reduce the moisture.

What goes well with corn casserole? ›

Veggies: If you want to cut through the creamy goodness of this casserole, this simple green salad is your zippy ticket, or these delicious roasted carrots. Other sides: Some classic mashed potatoes, equally classic green bean casserole, or sweet potato casserole because the holidays are all about those casseroles.

How do you thicken scalloped corn? ›

A little slurry goes a long way

Common types of starches that may be used include corn starch, potato starch, or flour. You can substitute stock or wine for the water as well, according to The Spruce Eats, which suggests a one to one ratio of starch to liquid.

How long to reheat corn on the cob in the oven? ›

How to Reheat Corn on the Cob in the Oven
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Place each corn on the cob on a piece of aluminum foil. Drizzle a teaspoon of water over the top of each cob. ...
  3. Position the wrapped corn directly on the rack and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the corn is heated through.
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What can I add to canned cream corn to make it taste better? ›

You can add various ingredients to enhance the flavor of canned cream corn. Some popular additions include chopped onions, garlic, crispy bacon, shredded cheese, or fresh herbs like thyme or parsley. Experiment and find what combinations you enjoy the most!

Should you rinse corn in a can? ›

Chef Smith agrees: "Rinsing the vegetables helps to reduce the sodium and makes it easier to balance the salt in a dish." Indeed, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) reports that draining and rinsing canned vegetables can reduce the sodium content by 5 to 10 percent.

Do you drain canned corn before microwaving? ›

Cooking canned corn in the microwave

The fastest and simplest way to cook canned corn is simply to heat it in the microwave. Drain the corn and add it to a microwave-safe bowl. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the top of the corn and microwave for 1 minute 30 seconds. Stir and season to taste with salt and pepper.

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