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Cheesy Jalapeño Honey Corn Casserole

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A sweet, savory, and spicy corn casserole featuring creamy cheese, fresh jalapeños, and a touch of honey. Perfect for gatherings, potlucks, or cozy dinners, this easy bake is a crowd-pleasing comfort food classic.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned, drained or thawed)
  • 1 (15 oz) can creamed corn
  • 2–3 fresh jalapeños, finely diced (seeds removed for less heat)
  • 3 tablespoons honey, plus extra for drizzling
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack/Mexican blend)
  • ¾ cup yellow cornmeal
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free blend)
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • ½ cup whole milk (or buttermilk/unsweetened plant milk)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled
  • Optional: ½ cup cottage cheese or sour cream (blended smooth)
  • Optional: Chopped scallions or chives
  • Optional: Crumbled cooked bacon

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, and honey until well combined. If using cottage cheese or sour cream, blend until smooth and whisk in.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir together cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and fold gently with a spatula until just combined.
  5. Fold in corn kernels, creamed corn, shredded cheese, and diced jalapeños. Add optional scallions, chives, or bacon if desired.
  6. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and smooth the top. Optionally, sprinkle extra cheese or sliced jalapeños on top.
  7. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until golden, bubbling, and just set in the center (toothpick should come out mostly clean).
  8. Let cool for 10-15 minutes to set.
  9. Drizzle with extra honey before serving.
  10. Slice into squares or scoop and enjoy warm.

Notes

Taste jalapeños before adding to adjust heat. For gluten-free, use a 1:1 flour blend and check cornmeal. Make ahead by assembling and refrigerating, then bake with extra time. Leftovers improve overnight and freeze well. For vegan, use plant-based substitutes for milk, butter, eggs, and cheese.

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