Description
This Slow Cooker Cream Cheese Corn Casserole is a rich and creamy side dish made with simple, everyday ingredients. Combining fresh or frozen corn kernels with smooth cream cheese, butter, and milk, it delivers a luscious texture that melts in your mouth. Slowly cooked to perfection in a slow cooker, this casserole is easy to prepare and perfect for family dinners or holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
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Casserole Ingredients
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cubed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, sliced
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Cube the cream cheese into small pieces to ensure faster and even melting throughout the casserole. Slice the butter for easy layering.
- Layer the Corn and Dairy: Add the corn kernels directly into the slow cooker. Top the corn with the cubed cream cheese and sliced butter evenly across the surface.
- Add Milk and Seasonings: Pour the milk evenly over the mixture. Then sprinkle granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper over the top to balance and enhance the flavors.
- Slow Cook the Casserole: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the LOW setting for 3 to 4 hours. Stir gently every hour to help all ingredients melt and combine smoothly.
- Final Stir and Serve: Before serving, give the casserole a final thorough stir to ensure the creamy texture is consistent and well distributed throughout.
Notes
- For faster mixing, use room temperature cream cheese by taking it out 30 minutes before cooking.
- Stirring occasionally during cooking helps the ingredients blend more smoothly and prevents sticking.
- The addition of sugar is essential to enhance the natural sweetness of the corn.
- Both fresh and frozen corn work perfectly; frozen can be added directly without thawing.
- For a richer version, substitute the milk with heavy cream for extra indulgence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 to 4 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: slow cooker corn casserole, cream cheese casserole, creamy corn side dish, easy slow cooker recipes, holiday side dishes, comfort food corn
