Description
This Creamy Corn Pudding is a Southern-inspired comfort classic that’s sweeping across America. Combining sweet corn kernels with a rich custard base, this recipe delivers velvety, golden perfection in every bite. Ideal for holidays or everyday dinners, this side dish brings the warmth of Southern hospitality straight to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 4–5 ears, or use thawed frozen corn)
- 1 can creamed corn
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for lighter version)
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Mix Cream Base: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, melted butter, and sugar until smooth.
- Add Corn: Fold in fresh corn kernels and creamed corn until evenly distributed.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Sprinkle in flour, salt, and baking powder. Stir gently until combined—do not overmix.
- Bake: Pour mixture into the prepared dish and bake for 45 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center jiggles slightly.
- Rest and Serve: Cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute half the heavy cream with Greek yogurt or use coconut milk for a dairy-free option. Serve warm alongside roasted meats, barbecue, or holiday entrees for the ultimate Southern comfort experience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (about 1/10 of recipe)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: corn pudding, southern comfort food, creamy side dish, easy holiday recipes, baked corn pudding