This decadent slow-cooker casserole combines sweet corn, creamy cheese, and smoky bacon for the ultimate comfort food side dish—perfect for potlucks, holidays, or cozy family dinners!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✅ Rich & velvety – Cream cheese and sour cream create luscious texture
✅ Sweet & savory – Brown sugar balances smoky bacon
✅ Easy slow-cooker magic – Just mix, cook, and enjoy
✅ Crowd-pleaser – Always the first dish to disappear
Ingredients
Main Components:
- 4 cups frozen corn (or 5 ears fresh, kernels cut off)
- 1 can (14 oz) sweet corn, drained
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
- 6 slices bacon, cooked crisp and crumbled (divided)
Seasonings:
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Salt to taste
Optional Garnish:
- Sliced green onions
- Extra bacon bits
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the Base
- In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, melted butter, brown sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
2. Add Corn
- Stir in frozen corn and drained canned corn until evenly coated.
3. Layer Cheesy Goodness
- Fold in ½ cup cheddar cheese and ½ of the crumbled bacon.
4. Slow Cook to Perfection
- Transfer to a greased slow cooker.
- Cook on LOW for 2–3 hours until bubbly.
5. Finish & Serve
- Top with remaining cheese and bacon. Cover and cook 10–15 mins more.
- Garnish with green onions and serve hot!
Pro Tips
🔥 Crispier bacon – Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–20 mins
🌽 Fresh corn hack – Char kernels lightly in a skillet for extra flavor
🧀 Cheesy pull – Use a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack
FAQs
1. Can I make this ahead?
✅ Assemble (unheated) and refrigerate overnight. Cook as directed.
2. How to store leftovers?
- Fridge: 4 days – Reheat in microwave or oven
- Freeze: 2 months (thaw before reheating)
3. Can I use canned cream corn?
✅ Replace canned sweet corn with cream corn for extra richness.
4. Too sweet?
- Reduce brown sugar to 1 tbsp or omit.
5. No slow cooker?
✅ Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 30–40 mins in a casserole dish.
Serving Suggestions
🍗 Holiday dinner – Pair with roasted turkey or ham
🌮 Tex-Mex twist – Add diced jalapeños and top with cilantro
🍽 Comfort meal – Serve with fried chicken and mashed potatoes
Final Thoughts
This Creamy Corn & Bacon Casserole is comfort food at its finest—indulgent, easy, and guaranteed to earn recipe requests. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Sunday suppers!
What’s your favorite way to enjoy corn? Share below! 👇🌽
Happy Cooking! 🎉🥓
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