Honey Glazed Corn Casserole Recipe – Sweet Holiday Side Dish
This honey glazed corn casserole is a comforting and sweet twist on a classic side dish. With golden corn baked in a fluffy casserole and finished with a rich honey glaze, it’s the perfect addition to holiday dinners, potlucks, or family gatherings. Easy to make, crowd-pleasing, and irresistibly delicious!
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 45 minutes mins
Total Time 1 hour hr
Course Holiday Special, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Southern-inspired Comfort Food
Servings 8
Calories 220 kcal
Mixing bowls
Whisk
9x13-inch casserole dish
Oven
Pastry brush (for glaze)
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or cream
- ½ cup melted butter
- ½ cup cornmeal or flour
- 2 tbsp sugar (optional, adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup honey (for glaze)
- Fresh herbs (parsley or thyme) for garnish
Prepare base: In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Stir in corn kernels.
Bake: Pour mixture into a greased casserole dish. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40–45 minutes, until set but moist.
Glaze: While warm, brush the top with honey using a pastry brush. Allow glaze to soak in and caramelize slightly.
Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with fresh herbs and serve warm alongside roasted meats or holiday spreads.
Expert tip: Avoid overbaking to keep the casserole moist. Brush honey glaze while warm for best shine.
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Spicy twist: Add diced jalapeños or green chiles.
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Cheesy version: Stir in shredded cheddar or cream cheese.
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Health-conscious tweak: Use whole-grain cornmeal and reduce butter.
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Storage: Refrigerate up to 3 days; freeze for 1 month. Reheat gently in oven.
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Pro tip: Balance honey with a pinch of salt for depth of flavor.
Keyword Comfort Food, Holiday side dish, honey glazed corn casserole, sweet corn bake, Thanksgiving casserole