🧀🌽 Cream Cheese Corn Casserole ✨ A Rich and Easy American Comfort Dish with an Irresistibly Creamy Flavor

😍 If you’re looking for a delicious side dish that combines the natural sweetness of corn with the rich, velvety texture of melted cream cheese, then Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is the perfect choice. Featuring a golden, cheesy crust and a soft, creamy center packed with sweet corn kernels, this casserole is ideal for 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 family gatherings, 🎄 holiday dinners, 🎉 potlucks, or even as a satisfying snack.

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📋 Recipe Information

* 🏷️ Recipe Name: Cream Cheese Corn Casserole

* 🍽️ Category: Side Dish

* 🇺🇸 Cuisine: American

* ⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes

* 🔥 Cook Time: 40–45 minutes

* ⌛ Total Time: Approximately 1 hour

* 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Servings: 6–8 servings

* ⭐ Difficulty Level: Easy

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🛒 Ingredients

🌽 Main Ingredients

* 🌽 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen, thawed)

* 🧀 200 g cream cheese, softened to room temperature

* 🥛 1 cup heavy cream or cooking cream

* 🧀 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese

* 🧀 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

* 🥚 3 large eggs

* 🧈 4 tablespoons melted butter

* 🌾 ½ cup all-purpose flour

* 🥄 1 teaspoon baking powder

* 🧂 1 teaspoon salt

* 🌶️ ½ teaspoon black pepper

* 🧄 ½ teaspoon garlic powder

* 🌿 1 tablespoon dried parsley, for garnish

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👩‍🍳 Instructions

🥣 Step 1: Prepare the Mixture

1️⃣ Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

2️⃣ Grease a round or rectangular baking dish with butter 🧈.

3️⃣ In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cream cheese 🧀 and cooking cream 🥛 together until smooth and creamy.

🌽 Step 2: Add the Ingredients

4️⃣ Add the eggs 🥚 and melted butter 🧈, then mix well.

5️⃣ Stir in the corn kernels 🌽, followed by half of the mozzarella 🧀 and half of the cheddar cheese 🧀.

6️⃣ In a separate bowl, combine the flour 🌾, baking powder 🥄, salt 🧂, black pepper 🌶️, and garlic powder 🧄.

7️⃣ Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until fully combined.

🔥 Step 3: Bake

8️⃣ Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.

9️⃣ Sprinkle the remaining mozzarella 🧀 and cheddar cheese 🧀 evenly over the top.

🔟 Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown ✨ and the casserole is set.

🍽️ Step 4: Serve

1️⃣1️⃣ Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes after removing it from the oven.

1️⃣2️⃣ Garnish with dried parsley 🌿 and serve warm ♨️ for the best flavor and texture.

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💡 Tips for Success

✔️ Use fresh sweet corn 🌽 when in season for the best flavor.

✔️ Add smoked chicken 🍗 or crispy bacon 🥓 for an extra-rich variation.

✔️ For a crispier golden topping ✨, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end of baking.

✔️ Avoid overbaking ⏰ to keep the center creamy and tender.

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🥗 Approximate Nutrition Information (Per Serving)

* 🔥 Calories: 380 kcal

* 💪 Protein: 14 g

* 🧈 Fat: 24 g

* 🍞 Carbohydrates: 28 g

* 🌾 Fiber: 3 g