1️⃣ Preheat & Prep
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9x9-inch baking dish or a similar oven-safe dish.
2️⃣ Melt & Mix the Creamy Base
- In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
- Add the cubed cream cheese, stirring until smooth and melted.
- Slowly whisk in the milk, salt, and black pepper, stirring continuously until combined.
3️⃣ Combine with Corn
- Add the thawed sweet corn to the creamy mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
- If using garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, or shredded cheese, mix them in now.
4️⃣ Bake to Perfection
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes, or until hot and bubbly.
- If adding extra cheese on top, sprinkle it on in the last 5 minutes of baking.
5️⃣ Garnish & Serve
- Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Sprinkle with fresh chives or parsley for a pop of color. 🌿
- Serve warm as a side dish for any meal!
Serving Suggestions 🍽️
✔ Perfect with BBQ Ribs or Grilled Chicken 🍖🔥
✔ Pairs well with Thanksgiving Turkey or Holiday Ham 🦃🥩
✔ Serve with cornbread for a Southern comfort meal 🍞
✔ Top with crispy bacon bits for an extra savory crunch 🥓
Storage & Reheating Tips
- Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Warm in the oven at 325°F (160°C) for 10–15 minutes, or in the microwave for 30–45 seconds.
- Freeze? Not recommended—dairy-based dishes like this can separate when thawed.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe ❤️
✔ Ultra Creamy & Buttery – So rich, it melts in your mouth!
✔ Super Easy to Make – Just mix, bake, and enjoy!
✔ Perfect for Any Occasion – A great side dish for holidays, BBQs, and family dinners!
✔ Customizable – Add cheese, bacon, jalapeños, or seasonings to make it your own!
This Ooey-Gooey Cream Cheese Corn Bake is the ultimate comfort food side dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds! 🌽🧀🔥
💬 Tried it? Let me know how it turned out! ⬇️✨
