Honey-Glazed Corn Casserole Recipe
This Honey-Glazed Corn Casserole is a comforting and delicious dish that combines the natural sweetness of corn with a honey glaze, enhanced by savory notes from cheddar cheese and spices. It’s perfect as a side for family dinners or holiday gatherings, offering a moist, tender texture with a golden-brown top.
- Author: Caleb
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels or 1 can of corn, drained
- 1 cup creamed corn
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is at the right temperature for baking the casserole evenly.
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the fresh corn kernels (or canned corn), creamed corn, sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, honey, and melted butter. Stir well until the mixture is evenly blended.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to ensure these dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Incorporate Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet mixture, stirring gently until just combined to keep the batter light and avoid overmixing.
- Add Eggs: Fold in the beaten eggs gently into the batter, making sure they are well incorporated without overworking the mixture.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter. Pour the prepared corn casserole mixture into the dish and spread it evenly to ensure uniform baking.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating the casserole is cooked through.
- Garnish and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with chopped chives or parsley for added color and flavor. Cut into squares and enjoy the sweet and savory casserole.
Notes
- Using fresh corn kernels will provide a brighter, fresher flavor, but canned corn is a convenient alternative.
- Do not overmix the batter as it may result in a dense casserole; fold gently to maintain a light texture.
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with a mild or sharp cheese of your preference.
- If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the honey amount slightly.
- For a gluten-free version, ensure the cornmeal and baking powder are certified gluten-free.
- Leftover casserole can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or microwave.
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