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Easy Creamy Jalapeño Cheddar Corn Casserole Recipe

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This creamy, cheesy corn casserole with a kick of jalapeño is the perfect potluck or holiday side dish. It comes together in under 30 minutes with simple ingredients and is always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups (about 24 oz) frozen corn kernels, thawed
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 ½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, freshly shredded
  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeños, chopped
  • 1 small fresh jalapeño, seeded and finely diced
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs (optional, for topping)
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease an 8×8 baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. If cream cheese is not softened, microwave on high for 15-20 seconds until soft.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and homogenous.
  4. Stir in salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add thawed frozen corn (drained of excess water) and fold until every kernel is coated.
  5. Reserve ½ cup of shredded cheddar for topping. Add remaining 1 cup cheddar, chopped pickled jalapeños, and diced fresh jalapeño to the bowl. Stir gently until evenly distributed.
  6. Spoon the corn mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  7. Sprinkle reserved ½ cup cheddar over the top. If using panko topping, mix breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon melted butter and sprinkle over cheese.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until bubbly around edges and top is golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a gluten-free version, omit panko topping or use gluten-free breadcrumbs. To control heat, use only pickled jalapeños for milder flavor, or leave seeds in fresh jalapeño for more heat. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead (without panko) and refrigerate; add panko and bake as directed, adding 5-10 minutes. If top browns too quickly, tent with foil.

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Keywords: corn casserole, jalapeño cheddar corn, creamy corn casserole, potluck side dish, holiday side dish, easy corn casserole

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