This easy corn pudding is a light and fluffy mixture of cornbread mix, corn kernels, creamed corn and sour cream. It’s a traditional side dish that takes just minutes to put together and is always a hit!
When it comes to holiday side dishes, we always have the classics on our table like sweet potato casserole, mashed potatoes, and this delicious corn pudding. Corn casserole is a must-have for Thanksgiving, Christmas and any other family gathering.
Corn pudding is one of those recipes that never goes out of style. The slightly crisp exterior gives way to a fluffy and creamy center with plenty of corn flavor. It’s kind of like the ultimate cornbread! My kids request corn pudding for every special occasion and I’m always happy to oblige.
How do you make corn pudding?
For this recipe, you’ll need a box of cornbread mix, corn kernels, creamed corn, butter, eggs, sugar and sour cream. Everything goes into a big bowl to get mixed together to create the batter. Place your corn pudding in the oven, bake until golden brown, then enjoy!
Tips for corn pudding
- This dish can be assembled up to one day before you plan to bake it. Simply cover your baking dish with foil and refrigerate until you’re ready to cook. You may need to add a few more minutes to the baking time because you’re starting with a cold casserole.
- If you’re looking to save a few calories, you can use light sour cream and reduce the amount of butter by 2 tablespoons.
- This dish is best served fresh from the oven. If you need to reheat it, cut it into slices and microwave until warm.
- You can use fresh or frozen corn instead of canned if you prefer.
Corn pudding variations
- Mexican Corn Pudding: Add a can of diced green chiles and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bacon Corn Pudding: Add 3/4 cup cooked crumbled bacon.
- Sweet Corn Pudding: Increase the amount of sugar to 3 tablespoons.
- Spicy Corn Pudding: Add 1 cup of pepper jack cheese and 1/4 cup diced pickled jalapenos.
Looking to make corn pudding for a crowd? You can easily double this recipe and bake it in a 9″ x 13″ dish to serve more people. You will need to increase the bake time a bit, so keep a close eye on your casserole.
I like to serve corn pudding with a sprinkling of fresh herbs for garnish. I’ve used chives here, but other great options are dill, parsley or green onions.
Corn pudding is the perfect side dish to serve alongside ham, turkey, chicken or beef. It’s a welcome addition to any menu and best of all, it only takes about 5 minutes to prep! How can you go wrong with that?
More side dish ideas
- Candied Carrots
- Brown Sugar Delicata Squash
- Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes
- Cranberry Jello Salad
- Pomegranate Pecan Brussels Sprouts
Corn Pudding Video
Corn Pudding
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup butter melted
- 2 eggs
- 8 1/2 ounce box cornbread mix such as Jiffy
- 15 ounce can corn kernels drained
- 14 3/4 ounce can creamed corn
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- cooking spray
- fresh herbs such as chives for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Coat a 9 inch square pan or 2 quart baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place the butter, eggs, cornbread mix, corn kernels, creamed corn, sour cream and sugar in a bowl. Stir to combine.
- Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until top is lightly browned.
- Let cool 5 minutes. Sprinkle with chives if desired, then serve.
Sarah says
My husband hates sour cream and can detect it in anything. What do you think about using Greek yogurt or something else instead?
Sarah says
This looks delicious. Any ideas for subbing out the sour cream?
Sara says
Are you looking to substitute something without dairy?
Janelle says
Delicious! I made this recipe for a potluck and people were absolutely swooning. I had four separate people ask me for the recipe. I doubled the recipe and there was not a tablespoon left. It did take about 20 or so minutes longer to finish baking in a deep foil dish.
I browned the butter instead of just using melted butter, and I think that added another layer flavor. But it’s still delish even if you don’t bother.
Sara says
So glad everyone enjoyed it, thanks for reporting back!
Bea says
I serve this with my ham and even the fussiest granddaughter will eat this! Left overs are also yummy!
Nancy says
I have been making this recipe for years to serve with chili. It is the perfect compliment and much more delicious alternative to corn bread. Very caloric and certainly not made with “clean” healthy ingredients, but it is a treat and if baked in an attractive dish can present as a soufflé type dish. Oh, and I must not forget to mention that it smells heavenly!
Sara says
Love the idea of serving it with chili, I haven’t tried that before!
joseph says
Wow, this looks fantastic! great ideas! was a great help. keep posting new ideas, thanks !
London Mumma says
I’ve never had corn pudding before, it looks really good I bet its really tasty
Surekha Busa says
Wow, that corn pudding looks really delicious and looks so easy to make. I will try to make this with for my kids weekends snacks.
Courtney says
Omg can we say yum?!?! I just love all things corn! Will definitely give this recipe a try
Daphne D Adams says
I actually love to have this with pasta, especially spaghetti. It is so simple and so good!
Christie Moeller says
Oh my yum! Pinning and making. I have been looking for a good recipe for Corn Pudding!!!
Lyosha says
Looks very delicious! Wanna try it which I will probably do for tomorrow. Thanks, I think it will make a great breakfast
Lyosha says
I did it! it was way more filling than I expected but so delicious! Definitely 5 starts!
Sara says
So glad you enjoyed it, thanks for reporting back!
Evelyn Hernandez says
Would love to try the Mexican corn pudding variation for our Thanksgiving dinner. Love that it seems simple to make, thanks for sharing!
Joanna says
This sounds like a very easy recipe to make, but in the same time full of flavour. I do like corn but never had a corn pudding before.
Monidipa Dutta says
It looks delicious. And the recipe looks interesting. I would love to try it out.
Dtacey says
I am fairly certsin I’ve never had corn pudding before. I love creamed corn so I think I’d like to try it.
Sydney | A World in Reach says
This looks absolutely delicious! I have to make a side for a friendsgiving party in a few weeks and this looks perfect!
Alexandra says
This looks and sounds delicious! I have never made this before, so I will be saving your recipe for later.
Thanks for sharing!
Fatima Torres says
This would be a great treat for Thanksgiving! We love traditional cornbread, but this would be worth a try.
Stacie says
That looks delicious. I’ve had a lot of desserts and a lot of corn dishes in my time, but I’ve never had corn as a dessert.