Zucchini Cornbread Casserole – The Ultimate Comfort Side Dish! 🥒🌽


 

This savory-sweet Zucchini Cornbread Casserole combines moist cornbread, fresh zucchini, and melty cheese for a hearty, veggie-packed dish that’s perfect with chili, BBQ, or as a standalone meal. Easy to make and impossible to resist!

✨ Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Sneaks in veggies – Even picky eaters will love it!
✅ Crispy edges, tender center – The perfect texture
✅ Great for leftovers – Tastes even better the next day
✅ Versatile – Serve as a side or main dish

📝 Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • 2 cups shredded zucchini (about 2 medium, squeezed dry)

  • 1 cup cornmeal

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup sugar (or honey)

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)

  • 1/4 cup melted butter (or oil)

  • 2 large eggs

Mix-Ins & Toppings

  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

  • 1/2 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)

  • 2 tbsp chopped jalapeños (optional, for spice)

  • 1 tbsp butter (for topping)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions



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