Ooey-Gooey Cream Cheese Corn Bake: A Creamy, Buttery, Irresistible Side Dish πŸŒ½πŸ§€


 

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

  1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter over low heat.
  2. Add the cubed cream cheese, stirring until smooth and melted.
  3. Slowly whisk in the milk, salt, and black pepper, stirring continuously until combined.

3️⃣ Combine with Corn

  1. Add the thawed sweet corn to the creamy mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
  2. 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 πŸ–πŸ”₯
✔ Pairs well with Thanksgiving Turkey or Holiday Ham πŸ¦ƒπŸ₯©
✔ Serve with cornbread for a Southern comfort meal πŸž
✔ Top with crispy bacon bits for an extra savory crunch πŸ₯“


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, jalapeΓ±os, 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! πŸŒ½πŸ§€πŸ”₯

πŸ’¬ Tried it? Let me know how it turned out! ⬇️✨

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