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With just 5 minutes of hands-on work, this Jiffy cornbread casserole recipe is a lifesaver for busy days. We’re using almost all pantry staples to make a cozy side that goes well with dinner any night of the week! We’ve simplified this comforting classic to minimize the ingredients list and streamline the process. Let’s cook!
save this recipe!This is one of those recipes I reach for when I want something cozy with almost no effort. It works next to chili, soup, roasted veggies, you name it. It is also one of those dishes people always ask for the recipe for because it tastes nostalgic but slightly upgraded. I hope it becomes a staple in your home the way it is in mine!
This cornbread casserole recipe is a dream for anyone looking to:
- Get an easy side dish on the table
- Spend only 5 minutes prepping a recipe
- Bring a tasty dish to a holiday gathering
And as an added bonus, it makes great leftovers. Pop a piece in your air fryer and prepare to be in heaven!
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Key Ingredients
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- Corn Muffin Mix: Jiffy corn mix gives this casserole its classic flavor and fluffy crumb. It is inexpensive, reliable, and available in nearly every grocery store baking aisle.
- Cream-Style Corn: Adds moisture and sweetness while creating that custard-like texture.
- Corn: Supplement that cream corn with a can of plain corn! I love the texture this gives the casserole.
- Sour Cream: Sour cream is my choice here, but you can try a full-fat plain Greek yogurt if you’re looking for a lower fat, higher protein option.
- Eggs: While many cornbread casseroles skip the eggs altogether, I’ve found the texture is best with them! Eggs give the casserole a fluffy texture; without eggs, the casserole is more custardy.
Mix-Ins
The best part of this Jiffy corn casserole recipe is how customizable it is!
- Add cheese to the batter before cooking, like shredded sharp cheddar.
- Add veggies like spinach or diced bell pepper.
- Add spice by adding diced jalapeños to the batter.
- Garnish with sliced green onions, chives, or butter!
Serving Suggestions
This vegetarian casserole pairs well with a comfort classic like black bean chili. Is there anything more classic than cornbread and chili?
Easiest Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened, 1 stick, 115 g
- 1 15-oz can cream-style corn, undrained, 425 g
- 1 15-oz can corn, drained, 425 g
- 1 cup sour cream, 220 g
- 2 eggs
- 1 8.5 oz box corn muffin mix, we used Jiffy brand
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 375°F (186°C). Grease a 9×13 inch (or similar) casserole dish.
- Mix: In the microwave, soften the ½ cup unsalted butter for 15 seconds. In a large bowl stir together 1 15-oz can cream-style corn, 1 15-oz can corn, 1 cup sour cream, 2 eggs, 1 8.5 oz box corn muffin mix, and ½ tsp salt.
- Bake: Transfer dough to prepared casserole dish, smoothing out the surface. Bake for 30 to 45 minutes, or until the top is a bit golden brown and the center no longer jiggles.
- Serve: Let cool slightly, then cut into squares and serve warm.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information calculated by Sarah Bond, degreed nutritionist.
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This was just soooo good!
Your recipes look so delicious. I want to eat more vegetarian meals per month, but I have serious lactose intolerance & even pills don’t work that well. I also have IBS, and between the two conditions, it’s nearly impossible to go vegetarian because so much dairy seems to be included in almost all vegetarian entrees. I’ve spent much time hunting online to find recipes that I can enjoy. When I make lasagna, I can use Lactaid cottage cheese, but that seems to be all there is. I can eat veggie burgers, veggie meatballs, and vegetarian soups, but I wish I could make some casseroles that I can have in the frig for several days. I was eating bagged salads, but I saw a documentary that said that they have a track record of salmonella & e-coli bec there is no law that requires farmers to keep cow poop from irrigation ditches shared with plant farmers. These conditions seriously affect my health & my ability not to feel sick.
Hi Linda! You can find all of our dairy-free recipes here 🙂 I hope you’ll find something in there that works for ya!
How to substitute Jiffy muffin mix ? Thank you!
Any cornbread mix would work! 🙂
Jiffy cornbread mix contains lard
Thanks so much for pointing this out Cheryl! Definitely be sure to grab the vegetarian variety that they have.
Is the butter supposed to be softened as you have written or melted like the video shows? Watched the video after following the recipe as written. So now I’m worried
Softened! 🙂