Bacon Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese is one of those perfect sides that your family will be begging you to make. This true southern classic is a creamy, dreamy, savory delight that’s perfect for potlucks, holiday gatherings, or even a simple weeknight dinner.
Casseroles are a staple in my house. Two of my favorites are my :best chicken casserole and my broccoli casserole with velveeta and ritz.
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Why this Bacon Cream Cheese Corn Casserole Recipe is a Keeper
I love this recipe because it’s a super quick and easy, make ahead side. This recipe is the perfect side dish add to any holiday meal.
- Ultimate Comfort Food: It’s warm, creamy, cheesy, and savory, hitting all the right comfort food notes.
- Crowd-Pleasing: It’s a guaranteed hit at potlucks, holiday gatherings, and casual dinners. Everyone will be asking for the recipe.
- Easy to Make Corn Casserole: Simple ingredients and straightforward instructions make it accessible to any home cook. Double the recipe for parties.
- Versatile: It can be served as a side dish or even a main course.
- Flavorful: The combination of bacon, corn, cream cheese, and cheese creates a rich and satisfying flavor profile.
- Good Corn Casserole is Great for Leftovers: Leftovers reheat well and can be used in various ways.
How Do I Prevent the Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese from Being Watery?
Make sure all the ingredients are well drained. Also add the right amount of each ingredient. Adding too much milk or butter can result in a soupy casserole dish.
Pro Tip for this Easy Side Dish Recipe
Slow Cooker Corn Casserole: Make crockpot corn casserole with cream cheese in the crockpot or instant pot for this family favorite side.
Ingredient Notes to Make Corn Casserole and Variation Suggestions to Make this Recipe
All of the required ingredients are easy to find at the store, but there may even be some of them in the kitchen already. Feel free to use different ingredients to substitute or experiment with flavors.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Corn: Sweet corn kernels are perfect for making my favorite side dish.
- Corn Variations: Use fresh corn, creamed corn or a combination of whole kernel and creamed corn.
- Cheese: I love shredding my own cheddar cheese for this recipe.
- Cheese Variations: Use shredded cheeses like Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a blend of cheeses.
- Vegetable Variations: Add bell peppers, jalapeños, green onions, or spinach.
- Meat Variations: Substitute cooked sausage, ham, or ground beef for bacon.
- Dairy Substitutions: Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream, or use a dairy free cream cheese alternative.
- Herb Variations: Use fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, or chives.
How to Make Cheesy Corn Cream Cheese Casserole
Make this corn casserole for Thanksgiving in 3 quick and easy steps. This holiday side dish is so good, it has quickly become one of my favorite side dish recipes.
Get the full printable recipe with specific measurements and directions in the recipe card below.
- Make the Sauce: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, softened cream cheese, milk and All Purpose Seasoning until well combined.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the frozen corn, crumbled bacon and one cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir to coat the corn with the cream cheese mixture.
- Bake Cheesy Corn Casserole: Pour the mixture into a 9×13 baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Sprinkle cheese on top and return to the oven and bake until cheese is melted.
Prep Ahead Suggestions for this Corn Pudding Recipe
Prepping ahead of time can really help to save time and kitchen space if hosting a holiday dinner.
- Chop Vegetables: Chop onions, peppers, or any other vegetables in advance.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: Combine dry ingredients (flour, seasonings) in a bowl.
- Grate Cheese: Grate the cheese and store it in an airtight container until you’re ready to use.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: Mix butter and cream cheese, sour cream, and milk.
How to Store, Reheat and Use Leftover Corn Casserole
- Storing: Store the recipe for corn and cream cheese casserole in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Leftovers baked corn casserole can also be warmed up in the microwave until cheese is completely melted.
- Using Leftovers: Enjoy this easy corn casserole recipe with a box of jiffy mix, or any other cornbread mix.
Common Questions About This Corn Recipe
The cream cheese helps with the texture of this corn pudding, but you could also try using sour cream.
Yes, this creamy corn casserole can be frozen cooked or uncooked. If uncooked, let thaw in the refrigerator overnight and bake for 30 minutes at 350℉.
Yes, add spices such as chili powder, smoked paprika, or cayenne pepper. You could also add peppers to the cream cheese and green chiles to the whole kernel corn.
Expert Tips to Make Cream Cheese Corn Casserole with Bacon
- Cook Bacon Crispy: Crispy bacon adds the best flavor and texture.
- Season Well: Season each layer of ingredients for balanced flavor.
- Don’t Overcook: Overcooking can make the casserole dry.
- Use Quality Ingredients: High-quality ingredients make a big difference in flavor.
- Let It Rest: Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the flavors to meld.
- Use Full Fat Cream Cheese: This will help with the texture of the casserole.
- Use a Preheated Oven: This will help the casserole cook evenly.
- Serve this Recipe With: Serve with with other great side dishes like Crockpot Green Bean Casserole, Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe or Garlic Parmesan Grilled Corn on the Cob.
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Ingredients
- ½ cup Butter, melted
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, 1 block, softened
- ½ cup Milk
- 1 ½ teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning
- 32 ounces Frozen corn
- 5 strips Bacon, cooked and finely chopped
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375℉.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, cream cheese, milk and All Purpose Seasoning until well combined.
- Add the corn, bacon, and one cup of shredded cheese. Stir to coat the corn with the cream cheese mixture.
- Pour the mixture into a 9×13 baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Then, remove the casserole and top with remaining shredded cheese. Return to the oven and bake for 10 minutes, until cheese is melted.
Christina’s Notes
- Cook Bacon Crispy: Crispy bacon adds the best flavor and texture.
- Season Well: Season each layer of ingredients for balanced flavor.
- Don’t Overcook: Overcooking can make the casserole dry.
- Use Quality Ingredients: High-quality ingredients make a big difference in flavor.
- Let It Rest: Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking to allow the flavors to meld.
- Use Full Fat Cream Cheese: This will help with the texture of the casserole.
- Use a Preheated Oven: This will help the casserole cook evenly.
- Serve this Recipe With: Serve with with other great side dishes like Crockpot Green Bean Casserole, Jiffy Corn Casserole Recipe or Garlic Parmesan Grilled Corn on the Cob.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Made this for coworkers for a Christmas luncheon…. Omg they couldn’t get enough!!!! It’s very good. I would agree somewhat with one review that said too salty… i love salt so didn’t bother me, but maybe use a little less. I also used the pre-crumbled bacon (not bacon bits.. I can’t think of the name) but it saves time and I believe gave more flavor (that could’ve added to the saltiness too) and I also used half and half instead of milk, to make it creamier!
Either way you make this, you won’t go wrong!!!!!
Oh and it’s super easy too!!!!!
Cheese and bacon ON CORN??? SIGN ME UP!! This is the perfect dish!
We love the addition of bacon to this corn casserole recipe.
My new comfort food! I love how easy this cream cheese corn casserole is. I enjoyed this with lots of bacon. Highly recommended!
Bacon and corn are such a winning combo – thanks for the delicious recipe!
This is so amazing! We love corn and so I tried making it and it turned out so good! My family can’t get enough of it. Would make this on repeat.
a new family favorite. Heavy cream, turkey bacon and neufshel cream cheese were my alterations. Will make again.
OMG – Waaay too salty. Check that – seems like it should be a quarter of what is stated.
I am sorry that you did not enjoy it. Seasoning, especially salt is definitely subjective, the bacon you are using could have also been salt cured. However it is easy to adjust the salt to your personal tastes.
I agree with this. Everyone thought it was way too salty. I think maybe there is an error in the notation on the recipe.
Delicious! We love corn at our house and this was a twist that was new to us. Absolutely scrumptious!
This corn looked so amazing I couldn’t wait to try it!! It absolutely is my new go to corn recipe!! Thank you!
Cheesy, creamed corn with bacon? Yes, please! This looks like a fabulous side dish for any meal. I also think it’s a simple, delicious contribution to a potluck.
Thank you so much for this casserole recipe! It tasted so amazing and really easy to make! Highly recommended!
Even my son loved this yummy corn casserole. I think it was the bacon that did the trick!
Bring on all the bacon because I love it!!
A delicious combination and an easy recipe! Thanks for sharing!
I love corn casserole and this one is a perfect addition to the holiday menu line up! Thanks so much for this recipe.
This recipe is perfect for the holidays! So glad you enjoyed it!
Mmmm…. bacon. I love the bacon with the corn! Plus the jalapeños add just the right amount of heat. I’ve gotta have the jalapenos. 🙂
OMG! I would have never thought to add bacon to my corn casserole, but I am so glad that I found your recipe! My boys ate it all up in about 2-seconds this Thanksgiving. yum!