Creamy Corn Bake Recipe - Easy Comfort Food Side Dish
This creamy corn bake is a comforting, easy side dish with sweet corn kernels in a velvety cream sauce and a golden Parmesan breadcrumb topping. Perfect for family dinners, holidays, or cozy nights in, it’s rich, flavorful, and ready in under an hour!
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch or 2-quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a large saucepan, melt 2 tablespoons butter over medium heat. Add corn kernels and cook for 5 minutes until slightly softened and golden.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly until thickened slightly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Remove from heat and stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- In a small bowl, combine breadcrumbs with 1 tablespoon melted butter and mix well to coat evenly.
- Transfer the corn mixture to the prepared baking dish. Top evenly with buttered breadcrumbs and sprinkle chopped green onions on top. Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!