Description
Southern kitchens come alive with this classic corn pudding, blending creamy textures and sweet corn kernels into a comforting side dish. Guaranteed to steal the spotlight at family gatherings, this dish delivers pure Southern charm that will have dinner guests coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Corn Ingredients:
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 (15 ounces / 425 grams) can cream-style corn
- 1 box (8.5 ounces / 241 grams) Jiffy corn muffin mix
Dairy and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup (1 stick / 113 grams) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for a touch of extra sweetness)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating it to 350F (175C) and thoroughly coat a 9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Create a smooth base by whisking eggs, sour cream, and melted butter together in a spacious mixing bowl until the mixture becomes uniform and creamy.
- Introduce whole kernel corn, creamed corn, corn muffin mix, sugar, salt, and pepper into the liquid mixture, stirring gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed and thoroughly incorporated.
- Transfer the corn-laden batter into the prepared baking dish, using a spatula to spread the mixture evenly and create a level surface for consistent cooking.
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45-50 minutes, watching for a rich golden-brown color on top and a firm, set center that indicates complete cooking.
- Remove the corn pudding from the oven and allow it to rest for 5-10 minutes, which helps the pudding settle and makes it easier to serve without falling apart.
- Slice and serve the corn pudding warm as a delightful side dish that showcases the sweet and creamy texture of fresh corn.
Notes
- Customize sweetness by adjusting sugar levels to match your taste preference, from barely sweet to dessert-like corn pudding.
- Ensure even baking by using a ceramic or glass baking dish that distributes heat uniformly and prevents burning edges.
- Transform this classic side dish into a gluten-free option by substituting corn muffin mix with almond flour or certified gluten-free cornbread mix.
- Enhance flavor complexity by adding optional mix-ins like diced jalapeños, crispy bacon bits, or fresh chopped herbs like chives or parsley.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 265
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 478 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 32 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 61 mg