Description
Sweet Corn & Cheddar Spoonbread is a comforting Southern classic that combines fresh corn and sharp cheddar cheese into a fluffy, savory dish. This delightful spoonbread is perfect for family gatherings, brunches, or holiday dinners, creating an unforgettable experience with every bite. With its golden crust and creamy interior, it’s sure to be a hit with everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh corn kernels (or 1 cup frozen corn, thawed)
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk for dairy-free)
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (unbleached)
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease an 8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix together the corn and cheddar cheese.
- In another bowl, whisk the milk, melted butter, and eggs until smooth.
- Gradually add flour and baking powder to the wet mixture until just combined; some lumps are fine.
- Fold the corn-cheese mixture gently into the batter.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in the middle.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 70mg