Loaded Cornbread Casserole — cozy cooking, easy recipes for the holidays

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This loaded cornbread casserole is the kind of cozy, crowd-pleasing dish that fits right into any holiday spread or a weeknight dinner rotation. It blends the tender crumb of cornbread with the creamy lift of corn pudding and the savory punch of a loaded baked potato. Home cooks who enjoy simple, satisfying meals will find this recipe a must-try for cooking, easy recipes collections.

Skillet with bacon frying and a wooden spatula beside a bowl of cornmeal and flour mix on the counter.

Why this recipe belongs in every cooking, easy recipes folder

This dish hits several marks at once: it is fast to assemble, uses pantry-friendly staples, and showcases familiar flavors — bacon, sharp cheddar, scallions, and sour cream. It is an ideal accompaniment to chili, soups, glazed hams, or a bowl of bean soup. The texture is light and slightly custardy in the center while the edges set pleasantly, which makes it feel special without being fussy.

Cook pouring beaten egg from a white ramekin into a glass bowl containing dry cornbread mix and chopped scallions on wooden board

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup cornmeal
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon (about 8 oz raw)
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/4 cup melted butter
  • 3/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 14.5 oz can cream style corn
  • 4 scallions, finely chopped (or chives)
  • 4 oz sharp cheddar, freshly grated (half in batter, half for topping)

Equipment

  • 9x9 inch baking dish, buttered
  • Mixing bowls and whisk
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Box grater for shredding cheese
pouring cornbread casserole batter from a glass mixing bowl into a square ceramic baking dish

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F. Prepare the baking dish by buttering it well.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar to create a homemade cornbread mix.
  3. In a larger bowl combine the eggs, milk, melted butter (slightly cooled), and sour cream. Stir in the cream style corn.
  4. Fold the homemade cornbread mix into the wet ingredients until just combined. Add the cooked crumbled bacon, most of the grated cheddar, and the chopped scallions. Reserve a little cheese for the top.
  5. Transfer the batter to the prepared 9x9 dish and sprinkle the reserved cheese evenly across the surface.
  6. Bake at 375°F for about 30 minutes. The edges should be set while the center remains slightly wobbly. This is ideal—it will finish setting as it cools.
  7. Allow the casserole to rest for 15 to 20 minutes if possible, though the temptation to dig in hot is understandable.
Close-up of a slice of loaded cornbread casserole on a white plate showing the soft custardy center, bacon pieces and melted cheddar

Flavor notes and helpful swaps

  • Scallions vs chives: Scallions provide more bite and texture, but chives work in a pinch and add a delicate onion aroma.
  • Green chilies: A small can of mild green chilies may be added, but they can dominate the flavor. Omit them if the goal is a balanced loaded-baked-potato profile.
  • Cheese: Freshly shredded sharp cheddar melts more smoothly than pre-shredded blends. Use a full-flavored yellow cheddar for best results.
  • Bacon fat: Save crispy bacon fat for other recipes such as soups or roasted vegetables for added depth.

Tips that make this one of the best cooking, easy recipes

  • Make a pantry cornbread mix: Whisk larger batches of the dry ingredients and store them. When a craving hits, scoop a cup and finish the recipe in minutes.
  • Do not overbake: The center should remain slightly bouncy when removed from the oven—this keeps the texture soft and pudding-like.
  • Let it rest briefly: Fifteen minutes makes it easier to slice and lets flavors meld.
person tasting a forkful of loaded cornbread casserole from a white plate in a home kitchen, showing the casserole's texture and melted cheddar

"It is like a cross between a cornbread and corn souffle."

Serving suggestions

  • Serve warm alongside a honey glazed ham to elevate a holiday table.
  • Pair with chili or a bowl of tomato soup for a comfortable weeknight meal.
  • Top individual portions with a dollop of sour cream and extra scallions for a loaded-baked-potato effect.

Final thoughts

This loaded cornbread casserole deserves a spot in any list of cooking, easy recipes. It is effortless to assemble, crowd-pleasing in flavor, and versatile enough for holidays or casual dinners. Once tried, it may just become the recipe a family asks for every season.

This article was created from the video Loaded Corn Bread Recipe with the help of AI.

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