6 Ingredient Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe {Quick, Easy, Creamy} - Key To My Lime (2024)

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This is the ultimate Jiffy corn casserole! It’s quick, easy, and it’s made with only 6 ingredients, but it still has all the delicious creamy flavor you’d expect from an old-fashioned creamed corn casserole.

Old-Fashioned Creamed Corn Casserole

If you’re craving that quintessential cornbread flavor, but are searching for something to switch it up, this Jiffy corn casserole is melt in your mouth good.

(If you’re looking for a classic cornbread recipe, be sure to check out our reader favorite How To Make Jiffy Cornbread Better recipe.)

OK, maybe this isn’t technically new, since it’s an old-fashioned recipe, but if it’s new to you, you have to try it. Trust me. It’s so easy (like literally the easiest casserole ever), and it’s so incredibly delicious.

I know this is meant to be a side dish, but I mean, I could just eat it as a meal if no one was looking.

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Feel free to double this recipe and bake it in a 9 x 13 casserole dish. In fact, you might want to go ahead and do that, because this recipe will quickly become a family favorite that has everyone asking for seconds.

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Ingredients

This super simple recipe has all the homemade flavor, but it only needs 6 ingredients. You’ll need Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, an egg, canned cream style corn, canned whole kernel corn, melted butter, and sour cream.

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How To Make Corn Casserole With Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

Honestly, this is probably one of the easiest recipes you’ll ever make. It’s basically a dump, stir, and bake recipe.

Start by whisking the egg in a large mixing bowl, then add in the cream style corn, whole kernel corn, sour cream, and melted butter. (See the recipe card below for the full printable instructions.)

Gently mix in the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix (you don’t want to overmix it), then pour the batter into a greased baking dish.

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Bake the corn casserole until the edges are golden brown and the center is no longer jiggly. See the recipe card below for the full written instructions, including ingredient amounts, cooking times, and helpful tips, etc.

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Make Ahead Instructions

This is a wonderful make ahead recipe for the holidays!

All you have to do is prepare the casserole as instructed and pour it into the greased casserole dish. Tightly cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and store it in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

When you’re ready to cook it, let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes before following the baking instructions in the recipe card below.

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Optional Add-Ins

The most popular addition is to add a layer of freshly shredded cheddar cheese on top.

There are two other ways you can play with the flavors of this side dish – meat and vegetables.

Meat: Some cooked bacon, browned sausage crumbles, cooked ground beef, or sliced deli ham would all be wonderful in this recipe.

Vegetables: Diced sautéed jalapeños, diced sautéed onion, and canned green chilies would all be delicious additions to this casserole.

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What To Serve It With

This recipe can go one of two directions. It can be the perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or for Christmas, but it can also be a wonderful side for a family dinner throughout the year.

If you’re serving it for the holidays, it would be amazing with a roast turkey or our super popular Copycat Honey Baked Ham Recipe. Try serving it alongside some mashed potatoes, gravy, cranberry sauce, and a green bean casserole.

If you’re serving this for a family dinner during the year, try pairing it with one of your favorite chicken recipes, some classic Chili Con Carne, or Cream Cheese Chicken Chili. It’s also really delicious with Mexican-inspired and Mexican recipes.

Some of my favorite recipes to pair it with are:

  • Taco Salad
  • Enchilada Chicken Stuffed Peppers
  • Mexican Picadillo Con Papas
  • Cilantro Lime Chicken
  • Chicken Fajita Casserole

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Jiffy Cornbread Recipes

Be sure to check out the rest of our Jiffy cornbread hacks! Some of my favorite recipes that use Jiffy mix are:

  • How To Make Jiffy Cornbread Better
  • Jiffy Cornbread with Creamed Corn
  • Jiffy Mexican Cornbread (Jalapeno Cheddar Cornbread)
  • Jiffy Cornbread Dressing
  • Mexican Cornbread Casserole

Side Dishes

If you like this recipe, be sure to check out our entire side dish recipe section! Some reader favorites are:

  • Green Bean Casserole
  • Hamburger Potato Casserole
  • Roasted Baby Potatoes
  • Southern Green Beans
  • Honey Glazed Carrots

Yield: 6 servings

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The ultimate Jiffy corn casserole! Only 6 ingredients, and all the creamy flavor you’d expect from an old-fashioned creamed corn casserole.

Prep Time5 minutes

Cook Time40 minutes

Total Time45 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 egg
  • 1 (14.75 ounce) can cream style corn
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup butter (melted)
  • 1 (8.5 ounce) box Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 F (176 C). Lightly grease an 8 x 8 baking dish.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg. Add in the cream style corn, whole kernel corn, sour cream, and melted butter. Mix to combine. Stir in the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, but don’t overmix it. Pour the batter into the greased baking dish.
  3. Bake the casserole for about 45 minutes (or until the edges are golden brown and the center is no longer jiggly).

Nutrition Information:

Serving Size:

1/6
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 382Total Fat: 18.1gCarbohydrates: 52.8gFiber: 3.3gSugar: 13.9gProtein: 6.5g

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.

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6 Ingredient Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe {Quick, Easy, Creamy} - Key To My Lime (2024)

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6 Ingredient Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe {Quick, Easy, Creamy} - Key To My Lime? ›

1 box jiffy cornbread mix. 1 egg 1/3 cup heavy cream (replaces the milk called for on the box) 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup marshmallow fluff Whisk together as box requires. Bake @ 400 degrees for 18-20 mins.

Can I use heavy cream instead of milk for Jiffy cornbread? ›

1 box jiffy cornbread mix. 1 egg 1/3 cup heavy cream (replaces the milk called for on the box) 1/4 cup honey 1/4 cup marshmallow fluff Whisk together as box requires. Bake @ 400 degrees for 18-20 mins.

Is there a substitute for sour cream in corn casserole? ›

Just replace the same amount of sour cream called for in the recipe with full-fat plain Greek yogurt. Mayonnaise - Surprisingly, mayonnaise makes a good substitute for sour cream, especially in stews and casseroles. It adds richness, creaminess and tanginess.

How do you know when 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.

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.

What happens if you use water instead of milk in Jiffy cornbread mix? ›

You can substitute water for milk on a one to one basis in your recipe. It won't be quite as rich, but it will be cornbread. There are plenty of recipes for hot water cornbread. The batter is made with cornmeal, salt, sugar, and boiling water.

What happens if I use milk instead of heavy cream? ›

You can use whole milk or opt for skim milk to help slash the calories and fat content of your recipe. This substitute is especially useful in cooking, but it may alter the texture of baked goods and will not whip as well as heavy cream.

What can I use if I don't have enough sour cream for a recipe? ›

Buttermilk. Buttermilk is creamy and acidic like sour cream, so it's great for dressings and dips. Use 3/4 cup buttermilk for every 1 cup of sour cream called for in a recipe.

What will substitute for sour cream? ›

Here are the top 10 sour cream substitutes you can use in the kitchen.
  • Yogurt. Yogurt is your best substitute for sour cream. ...
  • Mayonnaise. Mayo is a great sour cream substitute. ...
  • Buttermilk. ...
  • Crème Fraîche. ...
  • Cream Cheese. ...
  • DIY Sour Cream. ...
  • Kefir. ...
  • Mexican Crema.
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Can you cook with sour cream instead of cream? ›

Sour Cream, Crème Fraîche, or Mascarpone

These three ingredients can be used in place of heavy cream with a one-to-one substitution with just a few caveats. Sour cream will add tanginess to your dish, and if you use it for soups or other hot dishes, it's best to add it in at the end to avoid curdling.

Why is my corn casserole mushy? ›

My corn pudding casserole is mushy; what did I do wrong? 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.

Why is my corn casserole soupy? ›

Why is my corn casserole runny? If your corn casserole is runny, it could be because of the extra moisture that was in your corn kernels.

What goes well with corn casserole? ›

What goes well with it? Creamed corn casserole is a wonderful addition to holiday dinners alongside a roasted turkey or classic roasted chicken. Other classic sides that complement this casserole are my recipe for green bean casserole and mashed sweet potatoes recipe.

Can you add a can of corn to Jiffy mix? ›

To make Jiffy cornbread mix moister:

Add 1/3 cup sour cream, or. Replace 1/3 cup milk with 1/2 cup buttermilk. You can also add one 8-ounce can of strained cream corn. This also makes it extra corny, too.

Can I substitute frozen corn for canned corn in corn casserole? ›

Canned corn is generally less sweet than really good sweet corn. If you are using unsalted butter add 1 teaspoon of salt. You can substitute plain yogurt for the sour cream. You can substitute 1 ½ cups defrosted frozen corn for the canned corn.

What did cornbread used to be called? ›

Among them was a version of Indian bread made of cornmeal, salt and water called pone or corn pone. The name came from the Algonquin word apan, meaning "baked." The Narragansett word for cornbread, nokechick, became no-cake and then hoe-cake.

Can I use heavy cream in cornbread instead of milk? ›

You can substitute heavy cream for 1/2 cup milk plus 1/2 cup sour cream, combined. You can also substitute the cream for milk. Use 3/4 cup plus 2 Tablespoons of milk plus 2 Tablespoons melted butter to the batter. The cornbread will have a close texture.

Can you use heavy cream instead of milk in muffin mix? ›

Of course, heavy cream is still in the dairy family, so the cake or other baked good should have the same desired texture. Replace the milk with the diluted heavy cream in a one-to-one substitution.

Can you fix Jiffy cornbread without milk? ›

You can just use water instead which is what most cornbread mixes ask for in the first. I've used both before and it normally turns out good either way. If you don't want to use water though some other milk substitutes are usually other dairy products like yogurt, sour cream, or half and half.

How do I substitute heavy cream for milk? ›

You can substitute heavy cream for milk by diluting it with a little water. Use half a cup heavy cream and half a cup water for every cup of whole milk. 1 cup whole milk: combine ½ cup heavy cream and ½ cup water.

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