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Best Jiffy Corn Casserole with Cheddar – Easy Side Dish

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This Jiffy Corn Casserole with sharp cheddar and a buttery Ritz cracker topping is a creamy, savory twist on the classic. It’s quick, easy, and always a crowd-pleaser—even for self-proclaimed corn casserole haters.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boxes (8.5 oz each) Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
  • 1 can (15.25 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (14.75 oz) cream-style corn
  • 1 cup (8 oz) sour cream
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup crushed Ritz crackers (about 10–12 crackers)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for topping)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or parsley

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Move the rack to the middle position. Grease your 9×13 baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Drain the whole kernel corn in a colander and let it sit for a minute or two to remove excess liquid.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the two boxes of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, the drained whole kernel corn, the cream-style corn, the sour cream, and the 1/2 cup of melted butter. Stir until just combined. A few lumps are fine.
  4. Fold in 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Reserve the remaining 1/2 cup for the top.
  5. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  6. In a small bowl, combine the crushed Ritz crackers with the 2 tablespoons of melted butter. Stir until the crumbs are evenly coated. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar over the cracker topping.
  8. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the edges are golden brown and bubbling, the center is set (jiggles slightly like a cheesecake), and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean with a few moist crumbs. If the top is browning too quickly, tent loosely with foil.
  9. Let it rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
  10. Garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.

Notes

Don’t overmix the batter—stir just until combined. Let ingredients come to room temperature for best results. For make-ahead, assemble the casserole (without topping) the night before, refrigerate, and add topping just before baking. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 4 days and can be frozen for up to 3 months.

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