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Old Fashioned Corn Pudding Recipe – Easy Southern Comfort Classic

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This creamy, custardy corn pudding is a beloved Southern comfort dish, perfect for holidays, potlucks, or cozy weeknight dinners. Made with sweet corn, creamed corn, eggs, and dairy, it bakes up golden and jiggly with a nostalgic flavor that brings warmth to any table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups whole kernel corn, drained (fresh, canned, or frozen, thawed if frozen)
  • 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
  • 4 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: Pinch of cayenne
  • Optional: Chopped fresh chives or parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk 4 large eggs until frothy. Add milk, heavy cream, and melted butter; whisk until smooth.
  3. Stir in sugar, salt, and nutmeg. Add black pepper or cayenne if desired. Whisk until sugar dissolves.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the mixture and whisk thoroughly to avoid lumps.
  5. Fold in whole kernel corn and creamed corn with a spatula until evenly distributed.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top.
  7. Bake for 45-55 minutes, until edges are golden and center jiggles slightly. Top should be set with tiny bubbles along the sides.
  8. Check doneness with a toothpick near the center; it should come out mostly clean with a bit of moisture.
  9. Let pudding rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to firm up.
  10. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired and serve warm.

Notes

For gluten-free, substitute flour with cornstarch or a 1:1 gluten-free blend. Use room temperature eggs and milk for best texture. Don’t overbake—the pudding should jiggle in the center. Let it rest before serving for easier slicing. Add cheese, jalapeños, or bacon for extra flavor. Can be made dairy-free with coconut milk and vegan butter.

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Keywords: corn pudding, southern comfort food, holiday side dish, easy casserole, creamy corn bake, Thanksgiving, potluck, classic recipe

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