Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe

Intro

Bring home Southern comfort with this Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe — buttery, creamy, and perfectly sweet.

Something about a golden, bubbling Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole is like a warm hug from the South. It is creamy and buttery and mildly sweet, and so comforting that it is impossible to resist it as a side dish that may easily take over the entire show at dinner.

I can recall the initial occasion with this food at Cracker Barrel. It was not even my order, but a side! But when that spoon tipped into the golden crust and lifted a fluid, custardy strip of corn and cream, my taste buds simply ceased to be. Since then, I realized that I should make it at home, of course, with my own touch.

And I would tell you–this Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe is a family recipe. It is the type of food that is served at potlatch, holidays, and even on a normal weekday when you just need a touch of Southern comfort.

What is the Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole?

When you eat at Cracker Barrel, you are aware of how they can make a simple homestyle dish and turn it into a warm Sunday dinner at Grandma’s place. 

Their corn casserole is one of those magic dishes as it is full of fine, sweet corn baked into a milky, custardy base, with a golden top that is soft and a bit crisp along its edges.

It is cornbread mixed with pudding, and it is very addictive. You have this ideal combination of tastes: the sweetness of the corn, creaminess of butter and sour cream, and the savory taste of cornbread mix. Each bite is Southern hospitality in a bite.

It is a basic comfort food at its core; however, when prepared properly, it is truly amazing.

Equipment List

You will not need a lot of it – this recipe will make things simple (which is the way that Cracker Barrel would consider it).

• Big mixing bowl- to mix your ingredients.
• Rubber spatula/wooden spoon- to fold it all in.
• Baking dish 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch- Glass or ceramic is best.
• Cups and spoons- to measure the ht proportions.
• Whisk- not essential, but aids in combining the wet ingredients.
• Oven mitts – that golden beauty will be hot!

Ingredients For Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe

Here it is that you will be wanting to make that dandy, buttery balance:

• 15 oz whole kernel corn, drained.
• 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
• 1 box (8.5 oz) Jiffy cornbread mix
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted.
• 2 tbsp sugar (optional)
• ¼ tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup cheddar cheese, grated (optional)

Instructions For Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe

1. Preheat and Prep

Begin by turning on your oven to 350o °C (175o °F). Butter or grease your baking dish lightly.

2. Mix Wet Ingredients

Melted butter and sour cream are mixed in a large bowl. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Add Corn and Cornbread Mix

Add both cans of corn, which is creamed corn that is very rich, and the whole kernel corn, which gives the corn a nice bite. Then add in your cornbread blend, salt, pepper, and sugar (when using).

4. Fold and Pour

Blend softly until the mixture is well mixed. Do not overmix – a little lump is all right! Pour the batter into the prepared dish and evenly spread it.

5. Optional Cheese Layer

To add additional decadence, sprinkle the top with evenly sprinkled shredded cheddar cheese before baking.

6. Bake to Golden Perfection

Bake 45-55 minutes or until the top turns golden brown and the middle sets. A toothpick must appear, as a rule, half clean, but it is all right when it is soft a little, it is part of the magic.

7. Rest Before Serving

Allow to cool for approximately 10 minutes and then serve. The casserole will harden a little when it is left.

The Flavor and Texture Experience.

Talking of the flavor, I say that this Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe is all about balance.

The first bite is pure warmth. The base of the buttery cornbread is tender and gooey, close to a pudding, and the entire portions of the corn kernels bring forth sweetened pops. The sour cream makes it smooth without being thick, and that touch of sugar has held it all together so well.

The sides– oh, the sides– crisp up in gold. Just like me, you are likely to steal a corner piece.

Add cheese, and you have that nice melted cheese on top. Honestly, it’s heaven.

Variations and Add-Ins

Want to make this Cracker Barrel Corn Casserole Recipe your own? Here are some fun twists:

Corn Casserole, Jalap Cheesy – Stir in a bunch of chopped jalap and some shredded Monterey Jack to add a spicy bite.

Bacon Lover Edition – Add 1/2 cup of cooked, crumbled bacon into the mixture for a smoky flavor.

Southwest Style – Add in a few diced green chilies, cumin, and dust paprika.

Sweet Corn Version: Add fifteen more tablespoons of sugar and serve it with honey butter.

Serving Suggestions

This casserole is a match with:

Roast chicken or turkey – The creaminess is matched with savory meat.

BBQ ribs or pulled pork- The sweetness offsets smoky tastes.

Grilled vegetables or green beans – To have something light to accompany.

Holiday dinners – it is almost a Thanksgiving necessity in my home.

It also makes a tasty comfort dish on its own, in a large and warm scoop in a bowl, perhaps topped with a pat of butter, and drizzled with honey, should you feel like it.

The Ideal Casserole Pro Tips.

1. Full-fat sour cream will make the richest texture.

2. Do not overbake – you should be able to feel it jiggle a little at the center when it is cooked.

3. Allow it to settle and then serve- this assists it to settle.

4. Make it as sweet as you like it – The version of Cracker Barrel is slightly sweet, but you can dilute it in case the flavor you want is savory.

Final Thoughts

It is not any corn casserole; it is the type of food that unites people. It is uncomplicated, nostalgic, and senseless. It fits either in the kitchen during a family dinner, a church potlatch, or a lonely night at home.

Each spoon of it tastes of home, buttery and tender and full of affection.

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