Easy Corn Casserole Without Jiffy Mix Recipe (Cozy Bake)

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I really hope you enjoy this Corn Casserole Without Jiffy Mix recipe. If you do, please let me know in the comments below. I LOVE reading your comments ❤.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE THIS RECIPE

So this corn casserole without Jiffy mix is something special.

It’s got the most amazing golden brown caramelized layer on top with soft creamy custardy juicy bits of corn underneath.

And the flavor? Incredible. It’s the perfect intermingling of flavors… sweet, savory and buttery. Each bite has sweet juicy whole kernel corn, savory browned onions and a perfect soft custardy buttery base.

The sweetness of the corn paired with a savory delish flavor from onions browned in butter and baked to perfection is something else ❤. The texture is magical too… like soft silky custard corn.

This dish is perfect.

This homemade corn casserole is a popular side dish at Thanksgiving dinner. It’s the perfect cozy holiday season bake. It’s works to bring together the perfect holiday meal no matter what you’re making ✨. You don’t have to wait for holiday season either! You can make this delicious recipe whenever you want.

And hey, here are a few more reasons why you’ll love this corn casserole without Jiffy mix recipe-

• You don’t need a boxed mix to make this sweet corn casserole so don’t worry if you don’t have any at home!
• This creamy corn casserole is also something different from the usual corn casserole made with Jiffy mix so it’s super fun if you’re into trying something new. It’s absolutely delicious with a creamy custardy texture and caramelized top layer, so good! This is such a great side dish.
• I worked hard in my kitchen with different ingredients to make things incredibly delish here. I found that some browned onions make a world of difference! They add a deep savory umami-ness to this corn casserole without Jiffy mix and sour cream that is… incredible!
• This corn pudding casserole also uses really simple ingredients (no sour cream and Jiffy corn muffin mix) and is super easy to make too (it’s got really simple steps)! It’s the best especially if it’s your first time making a corn casserole.
• This easy corn casserole recipe works well as a side dish (it’s one of the best side dishes ever) It also works great as a main dish. It’s such comfort food… so filling and delish. So whether you’ve got some dinner parties coming up or just want to cozy up with some cream-style corn, this recipe is perfect for you.

This creamy corn bake is incredible. A pretty good description would be something like a delicate custardy baked creamed corn.

This is such an easy recipe and it’s the perfect special occasion side dish!

INGREDIENTS & SUBSTITUTIONS FOR THIS CORN CASSEROLE WITHOUT JIFFY MIX RECIPE

For exact ingredient measurements, please scroll down to the full Recipe Card.

Making this corn pudding casserole from scratch without Jiffy mix and sour cream is super easy. It’s a great side dish to serve at Thanksgiving dinner or literally whenever. It’s the perfect cozy bake for holiday season.

This is such an easy recipe too. It’s perfect especially if it’s your first time making corn casserole. It uses really simple ingredients as well. Go ahead and make it for your next family gathering. Everyone will love it!

To make this corn casserole without jiffy mix, we need:

• Unsalted butter– Melted butter is an essential when making this delicious holiday meal. I mean, butter and corn? So good ❤. I usually use unsalted butter here. If you’re using salted butter, skip out on the added salt. It’s best to use real dairy butter when making this homemade corn casserole. It makes things rich and just… incredible.
• Onion– I love adding some chopped onion to this creamy corn casserole without Jiffy mix and sour cream. I feel this ingredient makes a world of difference here! It adds the most amazing deep savory flavor to this comforting side dish and really balances the sweet flavor from the corn and sugar. It’s delicious but you can skip out on it if you want a sweeter casserole without a savory touch.
• All purpose flour– We don’t have many dry ingredients here so all purpose flour is one of our super important dry ingredients. We add just a little bit of it to bind things up a little and give them structure while not making things too cakey. It also helps add to the custard-like quality of the corn casserole. We don’t use the regular Jiffy corn muffin mix and that’s not the texture we are going for here, boxed mix will make things more cakey and that’s not what we want here. We want things to be light creamy and custardy and all purpose flour gives us that here.. You can try using cornstarch instead of all purpose flour too.
• Half and half- When making this corn pudding casserole, half and half is essential to add to the creamy custardiness! Please use room temperature half and half for best results. You can use heavy cream or even whole milk if you like.
• Granulated sugar– Sugar really complements the sweetness of our corn here. It makes our casserole delicious… Filled with sweet savory goodness ❤. How much sugar you add when making your no Jiffy corn casserole depends on the sweetness of the corn you’re using. The amount I’ve added is usually a good amount of sugar and enough for me. You can add more or less sugar if you like. You can also try using honey, maple syrup or a sweetener of your choice here.
• Eggs- Eggs make our sweet corn casserole delicious rich and fluffy. They add to the structure and are super important here. I’ve added just enough so things don’t get really eggy. Please use room temperature eggs for best results. After extensive research when working on this recipe, I understood these amount of eggs are just right. It makes things not too eggy but still custardy and delicious.
• Whole kernel corn– I usually use canned corn when making this delicious corn casserole. Make sure you drain it though! You can use frozen corn or fresh regular corn too! You can use a mixture of white and yellow corn too if you like.
• Cream-style corn- You’ll usually find a can of cream-style corn at your local grocery store. If you can’t find it though, good news! It’s really easy to make at home! There are many different ways to make creamed corn at home if you search online but here’s a way that I find best- go ahead and grab a can of whole corn kernels. Then blend all those kernels with a little less than half the liquid that comes in the can and a tablespoon of all purpose flour until everything is chunky (don’t completely blend it all until it’s liquidy) and well that’s it!
• Salt and black pepper– Regular seasoning essentials! They cut through the sweetness and bring a balance of delish flavors along with our browned onions.

And well, these are the ingredients you need to make this cream corn casserole dish without Jiffy cornbread mix. It’ll be one of the best side dishes on the dinner table and I’m sure everyone will love it.

The best thing is, you can have this corn soufflé recipe on its own too. It’s the perfect comfort food.

STEP 2: TIME TO MIX!

Once the butter cools just a little and is not too hot but is still warm, gently add in your flour to the melted butter in the saucepan.

Gently whisk until it’s all mixed in.

Now if the mixture is still really warm, wait for it to cool even further. There’s a high probability of your eggs starting to cook if you add them to hot butter and we don’t want that.

Once the mixture has cooled down a little, add in the room temperature half and half, sugar and room temperature eggs…

And gently mix everything together.

Now add in your drained whole kernel corn and canned creamed corn to the mixture. Also add in the salt and pepper.

Mix the corn kernels and cream-style corn really well into the mixture.

Gently pour the entire mixture into your greased casserole dish.

STEP 3: AND BAKE 💃🏻!

Now pop the casserole dish into your 350 F or 180 C degree oven and bake.

No need to cover and bake with aluminum foil. Aluminum foil will prevent that caramelization from happening.

Coming to the baking time here, it completely depends on your oven. I usually bake my corn casserole for about 88 mins until the casserole is mostly set, a light golden brown on top and a darker golden brown around its edges. There’s usually a slight jiggle in the center since this is a soft pudding like dish but everything should be mostly set and not runny and soupy.

Oven times may vary here and your casserole may be done earlier or may take more time.

Go by the visual cues I’ve mentioned above and start checking your casserole from the 55^th minute onward. Some ovens may be done faster while some may take an extra 15 to 30 minutes. This is a very forgiving dish though so don’t worry.

You can also broil your casserole for about 3 to 5 minutes on top once it’s done baking to get a darker more caramelized top! It gives our casserole a great caramelized appearance!

And that’s it, get your casserole out of the oven. I suggest letting it sit for about 5 to 10 minutes or even 10-15 minutes before serving.

And now go ahead and give it a try! There are so many different types of corn casseroles out there with boxed mix, cream cheese… etc. A good description of ours would be like more of a soft baked custardy corn pudding. It’s delicious!

Go ahead and serve this casserole at your next family gathering. It’s such a great side dish. It’s usually on the Thanksgiving menu or even served as a side dish at Christmas dinner.

You can serve it literally whenever you like! You did such an awesome job making it ❤! Now enjoy every last bit of caramelized goodness, you amazing person.

Once again, for exact ingredient measurements, please scroll down to the Recipe Card.

Also, if you have any questions about this recipe, make sure to check out our FAQs section below to maybe find your answer there, or leave a comment and I will try to get back to you as soon as possible, I promise 😊.

HOW DO I MAKE THIS CORN CASSEROLE WITHOUT JIFFY MIX IN ADVANCE?

My first question when making a recipe as delicious as this homemade corn casserole without sour cream is if I can make it in advance, especially if I need to serve it at a party and need to save on oven space.

And well, this is a special occasion side dish so it’s always helpful to be able to make it in advance.

And hey, you can! There are a few easy steps you need to follow and there are two ways you can do this-

• You can bake this sweet corn casserole about 2 days in advance to save some oven space on the day of the event! Just bake it, wait for it to cool and then cover it with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and pop it in the fridge. Reheat in the oven on the day of the event.
• Or go ahead and follow all the steps until Step 2. Skip out on baking the casserole. Just cover the mixture in your baking dish with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store it in the fridge about a day or two before the event. Then on the day of the event, gently stir your corn mixture and let it sit out for 10-15 minutes so it comes close to room temperature. Then bake it!

My best guess is that either of these methods will work for you! You can serve your no jiffy corn casserole with whatever you like (such as some deep fried turkey, mmm 😍!). Every single family member will love it.

FUN SERVING SUGGESTIONS

This baked corn soufflé from scratch without sour cream and Jiffy corn muffin mix is the ultimate comfort food. It’s the first dish I go for at a special event.

It’s such a great potluck style dish and is sure to be a family favorite. It’s so yummy and is a staple side dish at dinner parties or in the holiday spread. It’s really simple to make with just a few easy steps.

This creamy casserole adds a lot to a big meal. That custard-like quality of the corn casserole works with almost everything out there.

There are so many ways to serve it too. Here are a couple of ideas-

• Go ahead and have this corn pudding casserole without jiffy mix on its own. You can sprinkle some fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, green onions or chives on top if you like. You can also spread some extra butter or grate some cheddar cheese or even Parmesan cheese over your hot casserole to make it a little decadent. You can add a little cream cheese or even a drizzle of hot honey on top too if you like. I love to eat up every last bit of caramelized goodness!
• You can serve this cream corn casserole dish along with some fresh salad to cut through all that creaminess. You can serve it with veggies cooked however you like too.
• This baked corn pudding without jiffy works so well with some roast turkey (mmm roast turkey with that creamy corn 😍). You can also serve it with some deep fried turkey. It’s such a special occasion side dish!
• Not just with turkey, this corn casserole no jiffy and sour cream makes for a deliciously comforting side dish on the dinner table alongside this Crispy Pan Fried Chicken Breast, mmm that crispiness with that creamy corn ❤… or even with this Blackened Chicken with all those spices or even along with these Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders for a delicious meal!
• This baked cream corn casserole works really well as a side dish and you can serve it alongside other side dishes such as these 3 Ingredient Buttermilk Biscuits or this Fresh Green Beans Casserole.
• You can serve this baked cream corn pudding along with whatever dish you prefer! Go ahead and serve it with some steak, ribs, fried fish… It’s all your choice.

TIPS TO MAKE THE BEST CORN CASSEROLE WITHOUT JIFFY MIX EVERY SINGLE TIME

This corn casserole from scratch is one of the best casserole recipes ever.

It needs just a few simple steps and a couple of minutes of prep! It adds so much to a holiday meal. I’m sure every single family member will love it, that’s just how incredible this corn casserole recipe is.

This is a super easy recipe but hey, here are a few tips to follow to get the best results every single time-

• When making this easy corn casserole recipe, please make sure you drain your canned corn really well. If you’re using frozen regular corn, make sure you thaw and drain it too. Any moisture can make our corn pudding pretty runny.
• Please use room temperature eggs and half and half to ensure your mixture has a smooth consistency here!
• Keep in mind that our creamy corn casserole has a different consistency than corn bread or even a corn casserole baked with sour cream and Jiffy corn muffin mix or even a Mexican corn cake recipe. Our casserole is creamy and more like a pudding or custard.
• The baking time can vary by a lot when making this corn pudding without jiffy mix depending on your casserole dish as well as oven. Your casserole will be ready pretty quick in shallow dishes while it may take more time in a deeper dish.
• Keep in mind that this corn pudding casserole without Jiffy mix may still be a little jiggly in the middle when it’s done and that’s okay as long as it’s not too thin and soupy. A little jiggle is perfectly alright. You’ll know it’s done when it’s browned and caramelized in the corners and light brown on top. It’s like a soft fluffy soufflé.
• When making this baked custard corn, you can always broil it in the large 3 to 5 minutes in the oven so it gets the most gorgeous caramelization on top!
• When making this corn casserole without jiffy, allow it to rest for 5 to 10 minutes once it’s out of the oven. This will let everything set and really come together. This dish is more like delicate custard and that extra setting time is pretty helpful.
• It’s pretty easy to double this corn casserole no jiffy. Just use a larger baking dish if you’re making large quantities here! You can use a large roasting pan or two smaller pans. You can use ramekins too so everyone has their own little bowl of corn pudding. I wouldn’t suggest using large disposable aluminum trays. You won’t get a great bake as aluminum is not a great conductor of heat. Your cooking time will change depending on your casserole dish!
• You can also bake this homemade corn casserole about 2 days in advance to save some oven space on the day of the event! This will save oven space which is awesome but hey, I still feel this casserole tastes best fresh.
• You can also do this if you’re making this in advance– don’t bake your casserole. Instead, follow all the steps until Step 2. Then cover the mixture in your baking dish with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and store it in the fridge about a day or two before the event. On the day of the event, gently stir your corn mixture and let it sit out for 10-15 minutes so it comes close to room temperature. Then go ahead and bake it.
• Got leftovers of this old fashioned creamed corn casserole? This is the first container of leftovers I go for after a dinner party! Go ahead and wait for it to come to room temperature. Then wrap the casserole dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. You can also transfer everything to an airtight container. Then pop the covered casserole dish or airtight container into the fridge. It’ll be good for about 2 to 3 days. I don’t suggest freezing this dish as the texture may break apart.
• You can reheat it in the microwave or oven until it’s deliciously warm and heated through.

This corn pudding casserole without jiffy mix is the first dish I love jumping into on the dinner table. It’s the best potluck style dish and it’s lovely to serve alongside a big meal 😍.

RECIPE & DIET VARIATIONS YOU CAN TRY

This easy corn casserole recipe is a staple side dish. With just a few minutes of prep, it will be a family favorite at your home.

It’s usually a part of side dishes when serving Thanksgiving dinner. It’s perfect for the holiday season… Indulgent, delicious and comforting would be a pretty good description!

And well hey, there are so many things you can play around with when making this creamy corn casserole. Here are a few ideas you can try-

• I LOVE browning my onions here. We sauté our onions in melted butter until they’re golden brown and delicious. It balances the sweetness of this dish and adds the most amazing deep rich flavor. You can skip out on this step for a sweeter corn pudding if you like though.
• You can also try using a dairy free milk as well as dairy free butter when making this delicious corn casserole recipe. I haven’t tried it this way yet though.
• To make things a little decadent when making this no Jiffy corn casserole, go ahead and use heavy cream instead of half and half. You can use whole milk instead too.
• I usually use canned whole kernel corn here but you can frozen or fresh corn kernels as well. You can also use a mixture of yellow corn and white corn!
• You can try using cornstarch instead of all purpose flour here.
• You can also add in fresh herbs when making this corn casserole without jiffy mix. Herbs like thyme, chives, parsley and green onion work pretty well.
• You can add some chopped chilis of your choice or even chopped jalapeños to add a spice 🔥. You can add hot sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper or some chili powder as well!
• You can add in some extra ingredients such as bell peppers (when you’re cooking the onions), cooked chicken, turkey bacon or any bacon of your choice or maybe even some vanilla extract to add a vanilla touch to that sweet baked creamed corn!
• You can add some warm spices too such as ground cinnamon, clove or whatever you prefer (I’ve seen some recipes add nutmeg, I haven’t really tried nutmeg here though).
• This homemade corn casserole is meant to be a little on the sweeter side. The amount I’ve given here is something I prefer, slightly sweet but not really sweet. But hey good news! You can add a good amount of sugar or even less sugar if you like, this depends on how sweet your corn is and how much sweetness you prefer.
• When making this baked corn recipe without sour cream and Jiffy corn muffin mix, I usually use granulated sugar but you can use brown sugar, honey or maple syrup. You can try using any sweetener of your choice! You can use a combination of sweeteners too.
• You can add some crushed crackers, saltines or even breadcrumbs on top of your corn casserole before baking it for a delish crispy crust!
• You can also add some cheese when making this casserole without Jiffy cornbread mix! You can add some sharp cheddar cheese to your creamy corn mixture before baking. You can also top everything up with some sharp cheddar cheese before baking! You can use any type of cheese your prefer here as well.
• You can bake large quantities of this casserole too. Go ahead and use a larger baking dish if you’re doubling this recipe. You can also bake in small ramekins! The baking time will change here so please keep a check on your dish while it bakes. I wouldn’t suggest using large disposable aluminum trays. You won’t get a great bake as aluminum is not a great conductor of heat. Your cooking time will change depending on your casserole dish!
• I haven’t really tried making this in a slow cooker but I think it’ll be possible. You can cook it on low for 5 to 6 hours or on high for 2 and a half to 3 hours. I feel the consistency won’t be the same if you make this dish in a slow cooker though.

This is a super easy corn casserole recipe which is perfect if you’re making this dish the first time. It’s made with super simple ingredients too (one of the best casserole recipes ever).

Go ahead and make this at your next family gathering, it’s such a great side dish and it’ll add so much deliciousness to your holiday spread, yum!

Note- If you think you have an ingredient that you feel is suitable as a substitute for a certain ingredient in this recipe, according to your dietary preference, you can use it and let us know how it works as a substitute in the comments below. I’ll then add it in as an adaptation suggestion here. This will help so many others with the same diet preference as yours.

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