Sweet Corn Spoon Bread

This Sweet Corn Spoon Bread is a perfect, quick and easy side dish recipe for your Thanksgiving menu or family meal! Just dump, stir, bake, and enjoy!

Sweet Corn Spoon Bread scooped out
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This easy Sweet Corn Spoon Bread is a favorite at our house. Some folks call it corn pudding, corn casserole, corn soufflé, even Jiffy Corn casserole. We just call it delicious!

It’s another one of those dump, stir, pour, and bake recipes that we all love, but it tastes like so much more! And it’s perfect as a quick and easy Thanksgiving side dish, but is so easy, it works well for those busy weeknights, too.

It starts with a box of Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, but we add in two kinds of corn, butter, eggs, and sour cream. Cook and enjoy! It’s that simple and oh-so delicious!

Scoop of Sweet Corn Spoon Bread

Is spoon bread the same as cornbread?

I like to think of spoon bread and cornbread as being like cousins, not quite siblings and definitely not twins. Cornbread is a crumbly bread made with cornmeal, often baked in a pan, muffin pan, or skillet. It has more of a bread texture than spoon bread.

Now spoon bread, on the other hand, is more like a soft and creamy cornbread. It’s like a cozy, warm, cornmeal pudding that you scoop up with a spoon.

So, even though they share cornmeal as an ingredient, they have different textures and are prepared in their unique ways. They’re both tasty, just with their own special twists!

Scoop of Sweet Corn Spoon Bread

Why is it called spoon bread?

Great question! Spoon bread gets its name because of its soft and creamy texture. It’s so soft that you can, and likely have to, scoop it up with a spoon, just like you would with pudding. So, the name “spoon bread” comes from the way you enjoy it – with a spoon!

Serving of Sweet Corn Spoon Bread on plate.

Can you make corn spoon bread ahead of time?

Absolutely! I’ve often made this and baked it the day before and warmed it back up the day of. Several readers have done the same, so be sure to check out all the helpful comments below. I wouldn’t make it more than a day or two ahead of time though. That way you don’t run the risk of your spoon bread spoiling.

Want a slow cooker version of this spoon bread?

Try this Slow Cooker Bacon Cheddar Corn Spoon Bread!

overhead view of spoon bread in slow cooker.
Scoop of Sweet Corn Spoon Bread

Sweet Corn Spoon Bread

4.93 from 66 votes
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 388kcal
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Ingredients

  • 1 (8.5-ounce) package JIFFY Corn Muffin Mix
  • 1 (14.75-ounce) can cream style corn
  • 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn drained
  • ½ cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 3 large eggs
  • ½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 2-quart casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray. In a large bowl, combine the ingredients and mix well. Pour the mixture into the casserole dish. Bake 40 to 50 minutes, or until the spoon bread is golden brown and set.

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Notes

To double this recipe: double each of the ingredients and bake in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish for 50 to 60 minutes or until golden brown and set. 

Nutrition

Calories: 388kcal · Carbohydrates: 39g · Protein: 7g · Fat: 24g · Saturated Fat: 12g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g · Monounsaturated Fat: 7g · Trans Fat: 0.5g · Cholesterol: 118mg · Sodium: 652mg · Potassium: 231mg · Fiber: 3g · Sugar: 9g · Vitamin A: 708IU · Vitamin C: 3mg · Calcium: 63mg · Iron: 1mg

* If nutritional values are provided, they are an estimate and will vary depending on the brands used. The values do not include optional ingredients or when ingredients are added to taste. If calorie count and other nutritional values are important to you, I recommend grabbing your favorite brands and plugging those ingredients into an online nutritional calculator.

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533 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    Easy, usually would have ingredients on hand. Added some chopped red sweet peppers and pepper jack cheese. Made a small pancake with some batter to check taste and consistency. Delicious!

  2. This came out soo good and was incredibly easy! Toddler loved it too. New staple I will be bringing to thanksgiving or Christmas!

  3. Thank you for posting this recipe. This is the exact one I remember (no cheese, no yogurt as the other recipes have in them) I misplaced my recipe years ago when I moved and recently have been craving this ~ so happy I found it here on your site. Thanks again

  4. 5 stars
    I have made this recipe soooo many times over the past I don’t know 5 or more years. My family asks for it every holiday and I have no issues with making it cause it’s so simple and easy! I have family and friends that have also asked for the recipe.

    1. I’ve not tested this recipe that way, so I just can’t be for sure. Since the original recipe bakes in a 2-quart dish at 375°F for about 40 to 50 minutes, loaf pans will bake faster because the batter isn’t as deep. For standard 8×4-inch loaf pans, I’d lightly grease them, fill each about 2/3 full, set them on a sheet pan, and bake at the same 375°F, but start checking around 25 to 30 minutes. Most of the time they’ll land somewhere in the 30 to 40 minute range, depending on how full the pans are. You’re looking for the center to be set and not jiggly, and the top to be nicely golden.

  5. 2 stars
    Horrible. Followed the recipe exactly and it came out tasting pretty much like cornbread without any additions. Could have done that from the Jiffy box and no fuss.

    1. I’m not following here. You added the other ingredients, right? The corn, the butter, the sour cream? How would that have been just like Jiffy?

  6. 4 stars
    I’m making this for Thanksgiving most likely going to double the recipe. I’m wondering if I can mix everything up the day before and then bake it the following day

    1. Because this recipe starts with Jiffy mix, the leavening in it begins working as soon as everything is mixed together. If the batter sits in the fridge overnight, the spoon bread can bake up a little flat and dense. For best results, I recommend mixing and baking it the same day.
      If you want to work ahead, what I usually do is bake it the day before, let it cool, cover it well, then reheat it in the oven on Thanksgiving until warmed through. When you double it, you can bake it in a greased 9×13 inch dish for about 50 to 60 minutes, or until it is golden and just set in the center.

      1. I’d reheat it covered with foil in a 300 to 325°F oven until warmed through. The foil will help keep it from drying out. If you’re reheating just a single serving, the microwave works fine, too. Just heat it in short bursts so it doesn’t get rubbery. Hope you enjoy it!

  7. 5 stars
    This has been a favorite in our home for years. I double the recipe for potlucks and everyone loves it. This week I am planning on doubling it once again and making it for work but we have no option to reheat it and I have to be at work way too early to make it in the morning. Has anyone made this recipe in the crockpot?

  8. I made this a while ago and everyone loved it. I am going to make again for Thanksgiving, but wondering if the butter should be salted or unsalted. Can you please specify that in the ingredients? Thanks!

    1. Love hearing that, Jo! For this one, it doesn’t make a huge difference, but it’s always best to opt for unsalted if you’re unsure.

  9. 5 stars
    Once I found this recipe, I never made my old one again. It’s a favorite!
    I’m doubling it this year and have to leave for a dinner fairly early. I will probably make it the day before.
    Any tips for reheating a doubled recipe? Time and temperature?

    1. Thanks, Becky! So glad you love it! If you’re doubling it, bake it the day before, then cover and refrigerate. Reheat at 300°F for about 30–35 minutes covered with foil until warmed through. Add a little butter on top before serving to freshen it up.

  10. I’ve always wanted to try this!! This is the year I’m doing it!! Thank you 😊

    On another note….in reference to your kitchen disaster….mine was not red but a real disaster that cost me a couple of $$$$$. Put chicken on to boil and saw neighbor outside. Went over to speak but I should have known it’d be lengthy! Forgot about the chicken!! Wandered back in the yard, pull a few weeds and smelled something like chicken feathers burning (I’m a country girl). Then OMG my chicken. The entire house was smoked filled and chicken and pot were black and thrown out. Insurance claim cleaned everything. However….they put ionization machines in and everything that had elastic was ruined. It is what it is. Life goes on! Keep sharing your stories!!

    1. Oh no! That sounds like a real mess, but I love your attitude about it. You’re right—life goes on! And I’m so glad you’re finally giving this one a try this year!

  11. 5 stars
    Stacey:This should be really good. I have a similar recipe from the maker of my rice cooker and it is very good. You line the steamer basket with tin foil and steam the spoon bread. I have also done it in the oven when I have not felt like lining and steaming it with the rice cooker. That works. Jalapeños are an idea. My recipe already has Swiss Cheese in it, and one other surprise ingredient that your recipe does not have: mayonnaise! I think I am having spoon bread during the holidays.

      1. Rice Cooker Spoonbread
        Prep: 5 Minutes
        Total: 40 Minutes
        1 large egg, beaten

        1 cup instant corn muffin mix
        3/4 cup canned cream corn

        3/4 cup sour cream

        3/4 cup shredded Swiss cheese
        Have on Hand:
2 cups water

        1/3 cup mayonnaise
        Cooking spray
        Completely line the steam tray of the rice cooker with 2 large pieces of aluminum foil to create a spill-proof liner and lightly coat with cooking spray. In a mixing bowl, add the egg, corn muffin mix, creamed corn, sour cream and Swiss cheese and give it a good stir to combine. Add the mayonnaise and stir to blend. Pour the water into the inner pot and position the steam tray in the rice cooker. Spoon the cornbread mixture into the prepared steam tray and Steam/Cook for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the cornbread is very moist, almost pudding-like, but set in the middle. Remove the steam tray from the rice cooker and cool slightly on a wire rack. Spoon into bowls and top with other yummy garnishes such as butter or honey if you feel like it.
        Serves 4-6

  12. This was delicious and so easy thank you. Paired it with fried flounder and sauteed green beans. No what I am making for work’s Thanksgiving Potluck

  13. 5 stars
    Just made mine for the first time and added minced jalapenos and shredded cheddar. Looks and smells delicious! I am taking it to a potluck tomorrow and want to dig in and try it.

    Would it be rude of me to show up with a big ol’ spoon taken out of the middle?

    1. That sounds amazing! Minced jalapenos and cheddar are a winning combo. As for the spoon situation, I say go for it! Just call it “quality control” – you gotta make sure it’s potluck worthy, right? Enjoy!

  14. 5 stars
    Once upon a time an aunt of mine made something like this for Thanksgiving. I found this recipe in 2016 and have made it ever since.. this year for Easter we are doing a cook out, and I’m thinking I’m going to put these in some cupcake tins and see how they turn out but the consistency should be great for it:)

    1. That sounds like a fun twist! Using cupcake tins for a cookout is a great idea—should make for some cute, bite-sized portions. I’d love to hear how they turn out!

    1. I’m so glad to hear that you and your family enjoyed the dish! Thanks for trying it out and sharing your feedback.

  15. 5 stars
    O e of my thanksgiving staples, I like to substitute half of the butter with coconut oil. It really gives it a nice nutty flavor. A must try!

  16. 5 stars
    I’ve made this often and we love it!
    I’m making a double batch for a party/potluck.
    Could I mix it up earlier in the day, refrigerate it, and bake it later? Late morning mix, and put it in the oven about 5:00 pm?

    1. I’ve not even done it that way, so I can’t say for sure. You can alwasy bake it through and simply reheat it. That’s usually what I do when making in advance.

  17. Simple and just sweet enough. It’s a go to recipe. I need to bake it about 15 minutes longer until it’s starting to brown and the top no longer looks wet.

  18. 5 stars
    I’ve made this recipe for years. It’s a staple for Thanksgiving at our home. Easy to make and everyone at the table likes it. I bake mine in a two-quart round casserole dish I’ve sprayed with Pam for an hour, maybe a tad longer depending on how it looks after an hour. I like a nice brown edge.

  19. 5 stars
    I have made this recipe several times, but the last two times something went wrong, it just seemed like I did something wrong despite completely following the recipe. Looking for any insight. I put it in for 15 minutes and it was just about complete liquid in the center, the top was baked perfectly. I added another 10 minutes and it was still fairly liquidy. I went ahead and upped the temperature to 400, and then let it go another 10 minutes. It was still a little bit loose, so I added another five minutes, and even with that it was still not quite completely cooked like I would normally expect. Any thoughts? This is one of my favorites, and I absolutely always bring it to Thanksgiving!

  20. 5 stars
    Love this recipe! I make this recipe a few times a year and everyone enjoys it! Wondering if I could use half box of jiffy and replace the other half with almond flour? We are trying to cut back on the carbs lol

    1. I think it could work, but would have to test it to be able to say for sure. I think you’ll need to add some additional leaving to it for sure.

  21. I love this with a steaming bowl of chili. It is not necessary to put eggs in it. Other recipes add 1 C shredded cheddar cheese on top before baking, or add the cheese 15 minutes before it’s done. Hand shredded cheese is best.

    1. 5 stars
      Super easy, but when I pulled it out of the oven, it was really jiggly in the middle! The top looked nice. Input it in longer. How do I tell for sure it’s done?

  22. 5 stars
    This is an easy recipe to throw together and it tastes great. Just one thing to make it better is to add 1 cup 505 chopped green chili. Yum!

  23. 5 stars
    i just made this yesterday for the 2nd time, it was a big hit at the thanksgiving table with everybody an none left over so i just had to make some more. love it.

  24. 5 stars
    I also made your sweet corn spoon bread recipe for Thanksgiving! It was also a huge success! Thank you so much for your fabulous recipes. I am enjoying your site very much for more ideas for dinner!

  25. 5 stars
    I love this recipe- we make it with our briskets always. I am making ahead of time, do I need to refrigerate and how do you reheat?

    Thanks!

    1. Thanks, Victoria! Yes, you’ll want to cover this and keep it refrigerated. I typically reheat, covered, at 325° until it’s heated through. Just remember to bring the dish to room temp before putting it in a hot oven.

  26. 5 stars
    This is a great recipe! Easy to pull together and goes with so many meals. I had guests for dinner and it disappeared off the table!

  27. 5 stars
    My son in law gave it a 10 out of 10. I may make it for Easter dinner. You may have to cook it longer to get the middle done.

  28. 5 stars
    This recipe is a HUGE hit! Thank you SO much! I’ve been making it every Thanksgiving and Christmas. LOVE it! I was going to make it the day before this Christmas because we only have one oven and to save on oven time. If you have time and don’t mind, how would I reheat this? In the microwave, oven…? Thank you so much!

    1. I’m so glad to hear you’ve enjoyed it, Jenny! You can reheat it using either the microwave or the oven, but I typically prefer the oven.

  29. 5 stars
    So delicious and it’s requested every year for thanksgiving! Can I substitute the casserole dish for a 12×10 aluminum pan without doubling the recipe or should I double it?

  30. I now make this every year for thanksgiving (and sometimes days in between) and my family always loves it! I’ll never eat regular corn bread again. When i heat up leftovers i smear a bit of butter on top and it’s heaven.

  31. 5 stars
    Friend brought this dish to our Friendsgiving potluck last Sat night and I asked her for the recipe. I’ve never had spoonbread before.

    Can I substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream? Do you relaly need one stick of butter?

    Do you recommend adding sauteed onion or chopped anned green chili peppers? Cheddar cheese on top?

    Delicious but I’d like to make it even better and a bit healthier. Thanks.

    1. I’m not sure about “better”. 🙂 Of course, I”m just kidding. Yes, you can use greek yogurt in place of the sour cream. I would not suggest using less butter, but you’re welcome to test it. When it comes to the additions, I think any or all of those would be great!

    1. Put a thin layer of leftover taco meat in center. Served it with sour cream and enchilada sauce. Green and red. Yum

  32. I have made this before and it is amazing. Have you made this a day in advance and rewarmed it/ if yes how did it turn out?

  33. 5 stars
    My mom shared this recipe with me a few years ago and I’ve been making it ever since. It is DELICIOUS! We spend Thanksgiving weekend at our lake house in the Berkshires where it gets pretty cold. I always make a chili on Sat and this is a PERFECT side dish. Thanks for helping us with our traditional meal!

  34. 5 stars
    I made this tonight. It was easy but didn’t taste easy! It was delicious and I can’t wait to make it again!!!!

    1. 5 stars
      Anyway to make this just as delish without the eggs? We have an egg allergy in the family. Thanks for letting me know!

      1. I would imagine you could leave the eggs out. The texture will be a bit more dense, but it should still “work.” Enjoy!

      2. Google “vegan egg substitutes” and you’ll nfind several suggestions. One is to use (and i don’t know the amount) the liquid from a can of chickpeas otherwise known as garbanza beans. You could add sauteed onion or green chilis to counteract any changes in taste.

        Eggs hold the dish together and add fluffiness so I wouldn’t try leaving them out entirely.

  35. 5 stars
    This recipe is delicious !!
    Our granddaughter requests this dish any and every chance she can.
    Thank you so much for being a little bit of sunshine everytime you post a recipe for us.

    1. 5 stars
      I use your recipe for Bacon Cheddar,corn Spoon
      bread in my crockpot. It is so good. I make it all the time. Such a comfort food. And it freezes well. I’ll have to try this oven version.

  36. Diced green chili pepper, some shredded cheese some bacon grease and crumbled bacon would be nice plus only use one egg and add a few teaspoons of sugar would be nice.

  37. 5 stars
    Stacey,
    Are you sure you don’t want to add a little bacon and some cheese? Just asking for the husband who thinks bacon and cheese belongs in everything…..Not to mention onion, lots of onion…..

    1. There are recipes for “Jiffy” online. Then substitute the ingredients you don’t want to use for others similar.

  38. 5 stars
    Thank u for the recipe I made this years ago, I am almost 70 a baby boomer born and raised in Kentucky, and I forgot the ingredients. I searched online until I found the Spoon Bread Recipe it’s now in the oven baking, I tried to give u a 5 rating but it didn’t let me!! Send me this recipe to my email I would appreciate it.

      1. 5 stars
        Hi Stacey, I love reading and cooking your recipes. I have made this before and I added diced green chilies. Do you have another corn pudding recipe that is almost like an egg custard that the corn kernals suspend in the pudding?

  39. We loved it! I followed the recipe but it took well over an hour to bake at 375 F. Worth the wait, will just plan for the longer bake time next time.

  40. Your recipe for strawberry chess bars is great! Do they need to be stored in the refrigerator or kept on the counter?

  41. Is it only one box of Jiffy with two cans of corn??? Can I use two boxes of Jiffy mix or should I stick to the recipe

  42. This sounds like something my husband and I used to get at ChiChi’s years ago. It was a cornbread that you had to eat with a spoon and had chunks of corn in it. It was a little pn the sweet side. It was so yummy.

  43. Ive made this it’s absolutely amazing… don’t make one it’s too little everyone wants a second helping
    If I double the recipe will the time to bake be the same

    1. Doubling the recipe will require a bit longer, but not too much. 5 to 10 minutes, maybe? It just all depends on the size of the baking dish you use.

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  46. 5 stars
    Dear Stacey,
    I made this as an extra side for me at Thanksgiving. Because of Covid, we were only 3 people for Thanksgiving this year but I really wanted this dish. It was delicious! Thank you very much. I’m looking forward to trying more of your recipes!
    Katherine S

  47. 5 stars
    I’m giving stars for effort…mine has been cooking over an hour and it’s so wet, not setting-
    I’m confused as to why for I used exact ingredients, heat at 375* for 40 minutes-
    Tested and so not cooked inside, after almost 1 hour 15 mins, still mushy inside-

    Very brown on top yet mushy inside ????

    1. Hi Tristan, Perhaps there was some confusion – this recipe makes a super moist, soft spoon bread. It will never not be wet and moist inside. That’s kinda the thing with spoon bread – you have to scoop it out with a spoon.

  48. I’ve had this recipe written down for close to 30 years. It’s interesting that my old recipe calls for 8 oz. cans of creamed and regular corn, but everything else is the same measurement-wise. I have trouble finding the small cans these days, so I buy the 14-15 oz. cans and end up doubling everything else. I don’t really have a point, it just looks like the version posted here has a lot more corn in it!

    1. I haven’t, but I’m pretty sure a few readers have. Should work just fine with some additional cook time. Just be sure not to overfill the dish.

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  53. 5 stars
    Have to let others know you can make this gluten free with GF corn bread mix and GF creamed corn (and check the other ingredients to be sure Gf). Just use half the box of GF corn bread mix, as most come in16oz boxes. Trader Joe’s makes an excellent GF mix available only in the fall. Just made with Wegmans GF mix tonight and smells delish, haven’t scooped into it yet.

    Thanks for a great recipe!

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  55. 5 stars
    This is positively addictive — and it came together SO quickly. I think it took longer for the oven to preheat than it did to mix this up. The leftovers will go in small casseroles with some chili and a bit of cheese. This is going into the regular dinner rotation — and to everyone involved with this over the years, y’all are geniuses! Thank you!

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  58. I was wondering if you could mix the ingredients the night before and then pop in the oven the next day? Wasn’t sure if the corn bread mix would be okay?

    1. I wouldn’t recommend it. It comes together pretty quickly, though. If you absolutely must do something the night before, I’d suggest baking it through and then reheating the next day. Hope it turns out great for you!

  59. I love it as is. But if I needed to make it with a kick (because I live with people that like everything hot) how much Cheyne pepper would you use?

  60. 5 stars
    This should be one of the items on your Thanksgiving dinner table this year! It is a fabulous recipe and it has been around for awhile, but trust me, there will be someone at your dinner table who has never had this wonderful side dish, so be sure to include as one of your ‘side dishes’ this year. So easy to prepare and it is perfect every time.

  61. I have been looking for a recipe very like this only not quite so cakey (is that a word). Is there a way to take this and make it more grainy and less stuck together?

    I originally saw it in a Mexican restaurant as a garnish and it was awesome. It was a much less formed and a little more greasy/buttery/maybe even bacon tasting. If youhave any ideas please let me know.

    1. 5 stars
      Diane, could it have been “creamed corn” which Southerners make from scratch? Try Paula Deens site. I remember her making it. Good luck!

  62. 5 stars
    This is one of the best spoonbreads I’ve made.

    I have almost worn out your cookbook. I have lots of favorites. But, it is time for a new cookbook. In fact, I think it is overdue.

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  64. 4 stars
    This was good! I cooked it about 10 minutes longer and the very middle still didn’t set. Next time I’ll know what to look for. I can see how people get creative and add different toppings and flavors to this.

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  66. While visiting friends in Ohio this past summer I was introduced to this Sweet corn spoon bread for the first time … YUMMMMM. So easy to make too. Thank you for posting the recipe. DELISH !!!!

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  68. Stacey, wanted to let you know that I made this for Christmas. We all loved it! I normally don’t like the Jiffy mix but it works in this recipe. This will be in the regular rotation! Thanks! 🙂

  69. Hi! I’ve made this recipe a bunch of times to great success, thank you. I make it vegan, using vegetarian Jiffy Mix, Follow Your Heart vegan egg, soy yogurt, etc. Each time I make it, it takes 1 hr 15 minutes for the knife to come out clean (even when I made it the regular way). Should I be using this gauge or should it come out wet on purpose?

  70. I make Paula Deen’s corn casserole recipe (Google it). It’s just like this minus the eggs, and so delicious. I take it to all our gatherings, and the casserole dish is always scraped clean!

  71. Good evening Stacey, I’ve made this for the family and they loved it. I’d like to take it to a holiday party we’ve been invited to. Will it set properly if I double the recipe, or will I need to make two batches? Would really like to only need to travel with the one dish as I’m also bringing desserts.

    1. You can certainly double it. Depending on the pan size, it could take anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes longer to cook.

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  73. So many comments on this yummy looking spoonbread, that I may have missed someone addressing this. But… I live in the Pacific Northwest, which is most definitely Bob’s Red Mill country. Whole grain flours, seeds, mixes, a major resource for NW bakers and cooks. I’m wondering if I can sub a cup of their Cornbread Muffin Mix in this recipe. Looks like I should be able to. Here’s a link (and I LOVE your blog — I’m not a Southerner, but I am from Southern WA so I figure that give me the right to “y’all” 🙂 ) https://www.bobsredmill.com/cornbread-muffin-mix.html
    Beth

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  76. Hi there. I’m trying well wanting to exclude the whole corn. If I did that would my bread become dry. If that’s going to occur what can I substitute for moisture.
    Thanks
    hungry this later

  77. I love this so much that I went out and bought 6 more boxes of Jiffy mix. I KNOW we will be having it again and again. Plus my husband suggested it might be extra good with a spill of maple syrup over the top.

  78. Love this spoon bread. Have made it several times, then decided to kick it up a notch. Wanted to put raisins in, but was worried that the raisins would take too much moistness out of the mixture. So, I decided to soak 1 1/2 cups of raisins in rum for 1 hour prior to adding to the mix. This reconstituted them, and cooked in the mix perfectly. Really added a punch to it.

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  82. I made this as a side dish for Easter dinner and it was a huge hit with everyone. Even my super picky kids loved it. Every single person came back for seconds. It was super easy to make too. This is perfect for holiday dinners and summer picnics. Thanks for this great recipe!!

  83. Can light sour cream and ghee be used in place of standard sour cream and butter? I would think that an added tablespoon of flour
    or cornstarch would be needed if light sour cream used?

    1. What is the difference between using 2 eggs or 3 eggs? I have seen recipes both ways. I probably would like a less “pudding” texture. But not having ever tasted this, I really have no idea which is better.

  84. I used to make this every Thanksgiving and Christmas for years! Seeing the recipe, I’m going to fix it today for our family feast! HAPPY thanksgiving to one and All.

      1. I was wondering if this is just as good if served at room temperature. I wanted to serve it at a potluck lunch.
        Thank you.

  85. Has anyone tried this gluten and dairy free? I have many food limitations, and I find that most things can be converted, but i don’t know enough about cooking to know if this would convert well?! ❤️

    1. I’ve made this dairy free. I make my own vegan butter, I use vanilla soy yogurt, vegan eggs and I use the vegetarian Jiffy mix. My family goes crazy for it and they are pure carnivores lol

  86. Can you makes this a day ahead and freeze it raw so that you can just bake it the day of? If so, how would you change time and temp to accommodate?

    1. I wouldn’t recommend that. This is one of those dishes that is pretty easy to put together and won’t take too much time to prep that day of.

  87. Hi just wondering, do I make the jiffy mix as directed on the box, like add the milk and eggs and then add the rest of the ingredients of your recipe? Or just put the dry mix in with the ingredients from Your recipe? Sorry if that’s a silly question. I’m terrible at anything related to making food!

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    1. I’ve honestly not frozen this, so I can’t answer positively. Maybe someone else can chime in with their experience.

      1. I had the same question. I fear it might not freeze well because corn is very moist and the freezing might pull that moisture out and cause freezer burn. But it would be worth a try!

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  93. Second time making this in 3 weeks and family and friends love it. I’m allergic to com so cannot eat it but they tell me it’s simple and delicious! Thank you.

  94. Wow! Made a double batch and added fresh ground black pepper, fresh sage and basil minced fine to the mix. Used corn fresh off the cob for the whole kernels. Filled and 9×13 beautifully! Took about 45-50 mins.

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  97. I made this recipe today for my son who loves “corn anything”, it is really really good! Creamy, “corny” ?, and buttery! I added a top of sugar for more sweetness, he likes that too ?. Next time I’ll add two tips. Definitely a hit!

  98. I made this today, exactly as directed.It is delicious and easy. My favorite kind of recipe. Thank you for sharing is with us.

  99. Can this be frozen? I would love this but my husband wouldn’t. I could eat the whole thing by myself but I probably shouldn’t, lol!

  100. I made this to go along side a Mexican dinner it was wonderful. On top of all that the house smelled better than if I made copies or muffins. It was heaven. I had this at a Mexican restaurant before and I have been looking for it ever since, thank heavens for Pinterest, and thank you for sharing.

  101. This was AMAZING! I made it exactly as written and it turned out perfectly as a side dish for Thanksgiving today. Everyone loved it. THANK YOU!!!

  102. This looks delicious!! I would love to make for Thanksgiving, but the turkey will be in the oven at 325. Can you please give reheating instructions? Thank you! : )

  103. I’m hosting a party for 20 and would like to use this recipe, should I double up on each ingredient, and if so, what would the cooking temperature and time be??

      1. 5 stars
        I’d like to use the crock pot as well to avoid turkey temp being lower. How long would you say & low or high???? Thanks in advance and everyone have a wonderful blessed Thanksgiving! Make sure to stuff yourself!

  104. The mother of a college boyfriend in Virginia used to make spoonbread on Fridays with fish. I always looked forward to going to his house for dinner. We would devour the spoonbread. It’s definitely a comfort food. Thank you so much for providing the recipe. I look forward to trying it soon. Hoping it turns out as delicious as I remember from those Friday fish dinners.

  105. I made this before and everyone loved it. I’m planning on serving a lot more people then the 6-8 people the recipe will feed. Can I double this and if so do I double the cook time? Thanks for your help.

  106. My daughter is a vegetarian. Original box jiffy has lard in it, to call this dish vegetarian you need to use the vegitarian box jiffy. We make a very similar spoon cornbread recipe using this…only 2 eggs and no added salt and it is delicious!

  107. Just made this. Absolutely delicious, thank you. Came out with just enough pudding-like consistency but still firm if that makes sense.

  108. This sounds great but I’d like to know how to make this from scratch without using Jiffy. Can that be done and still come out the same?

    1. Feel free to Google Jiffy Corn Mix recipe and you’re sure to find one that can replace the mix. It should work just fine. 🙂

  109. OMG! This is amazing! I made it for the first time on Thanksgiving, and everyone in the entire family asked for it again at Christmas!! Thanks for sharing, it is now a part of all of our holiday menus!

  110. I doubled this recipe. First time coming it. It’s hard for me to tell if it’s not done or if it’s supposed to be wet/super most.
    Or if I need to cook it even longer.
    Had a friend pass this on and I couldn’t remember. I just remembered it be so delicious. If someone could please e mail me to let me know, I would greatly appreciate it 🙂
    hlbiniowa@gmail.com

  111. I am planning on doubling this recipe, how long do you think it will need to cook for? I’m thinking of using a 15×12 electric skillet… Thanks tor any tips and the recipe!

    1. I’ve not done it in an electric skillet, but doubling it the traditional way should require 10 to 15 additional minutes. Just watch it closely. It should be set and golden brown.

  112. I don’t reserve this recipe for Thanksgiving Day. I make it in the summer as a side for grilled chicken and ribs. A perfect side.

    1. It should work just fine. Im not 100% sure of the additional cook time. You’ll just have to watch it to make sure it’s set.

  113. I am thinking of making this for my work Thanksgiving potluck. But I’m concerned on how I’ll be able to keep it warm till noon. Do you think it would be okay? Or have any suggestions on what I should do or other recipes that might be best for this occasion?

    I can’t wait to try this dish either way 🙂

  114. This looks amazing! Adding to the Thanksgiving menu, but have to be gluten free. Will be using a gluten free cornbread mix instead of the Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix. Hoping it will have the right consistency.

  115. Your recipe is close to recipe I have used for years. Difference is: 2 cans cream corn, 1drained can of corn, 1cup of milk, 4 well beaten eggs, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 cup of cheddar cheese that goes on top before baking. No sour cream. 9×13 pan. Bake 1 hour 350 degree.

  116. Do you know if this can be doubled successfully and baked in one dish? Not sure the center would get done without cooking the outside to much.

  117. OMG! This was super delicious. I have been searching for a recipe that isn’t too gooey in the center. This set up beautifully. Thank you for sharing!

  118. Although I am happy that you are successful in your book, this recipe is a very old farm recipe that I have had since the early 80’s and yours does not deferr from it, however, I wish you well in future endeavers

    1. I guess it’s just one of those classic recipes that has been passed down through the generations. Thanks, Carrie!

  119. do you think I can double this recipe and cook in 3 or 4 quart casserole dish? Have you ever tried? Don’t want to end up with a sloppy mess.

  120. Hi Stacy, I found a link for this recipe on another site and since I’ve enjoyed this wonderful Spoonbread at potlucks and other peoples homes I was thrilled to find the recipe. I can hardly wait to get it in my oven. I also want to thank you for the link to copycat version of Jiffy Cornbread Mix for times I don’t have it on hand (I can’t believe I just admitted that). This is my first time on your site.

    1. I’ve made this twice now, and while I love the taste, I have cooked it over an hour and it’s still soggy on the inside. How can I salvage this? Should it be like pudding or more extra-moist cornbread?

  121. Hi Stacey,
    This looks amazing and I’m going to try it for Mother’s Day. Question, can I substitute greek yogurt for the sour cream?
    Thanks!

  122. I’ve been making this recipe for years and it’s one of my favorites! I switch it up sometimes by adding a can of diced green chilies and always add cheddar cheese on top!

  123. This is the BEST!! I actually eat the leftovers for breakfast, lunch, snacks – Anytime! I absolutely love your blog, not just for the recipes (which are great!), but I really enjoy your dialog about family and friends.

  124. I made this for dinner tonight got a standing ovation! I made the corn bread from scratch and it just melted in your mouth. This will certainly be in regular rotation. My southern Mother would be extremely proud.

  125. Hi there! I made this a couple of weeks ago and found that the listed cooking time left me with a soggy and undercooked middle. I’m going to make it again today (because the done parts were sooo good) but was wondering if I should increase the cooking time or the temperature or both? Any suggestions would be great, thanks!

    1. Hi Cherie! I made this a few times over Thanksgiving for different events and found that one time it wasn’t quite set and added a few extra minutes. The other times it turned out perfectly. Adding a few minutes should be sufficient.

  126. Am I supposed to follow the recipe on the box alng with the added things or just use the mix alone and the recipe you provided?

  127. Can I use two cans of cream style corn in lieu of the 1 can of whole kernel corn or would this change the chemistry somehow? I have made the recipe before and love it. I just need to hide the corn from my kids. 🙂

    1. I would just omit the whole kernel altogether. I’m afraid the extra moisture from the cream corn would throw it off.

  128. Hi. I just found this recipe and want to make it for thanksgiving!! Is this something that could be mixed ahead of time and put in the fridge until baking time?

    1. I wouldn’t suggest it for fear of it not getting the rise you’ll want. If you need to do it ahead of time, I would suggest cooking it and simply reheating it when it’s time to eat.

  129. This looks so delicious!!! I would love to make this for Thanksgiving, but with so many things going in the oven, is there any way that this can be cooked in a Slowcooker/Crock Pot? Thanks!

  130. Hello! I would love to make this for Thanksgiving. Any tips on how to make it ahead of time?? Would I just re-heat in the oven the morning of? Any tips would be great.

  131. My mom makes this every holiday and now I am making this thanksgiving. Her receipt is exactly the same with a lil salt and pepper. Everyone loves this dish, always a huge hit.

  132. Do you think it would be okay to prep this the day before and then just pop it in the oven? Trying to make Thanksgiving a little less stressful 🙂 This looks delicious!

    1. I’d hate to steer you in the wrong direction, so my answer has to be… I’m just not sure. I’m just not sure that the leavening agents that are in the corn muffin mix would give you much rise after a couple hours.

    1. Erin, I’m just not sure. I’ve not doubled it, so I can’t be precise. I would start checking it at about 45 to 50 minutes.

  133. This sounds super delicious, and I’m planning on making it for Thanksgiving this year. Major congratulations on the success of your cookbook!!

  134. Stacey,
    Just found your site via Pinterest, and was drooling at the sight of this spoonbread. Being a New Englander, I haven’t tried making spoonbread, but your recipe looks super easy and so comforting!

    Congratulations on your book, what a fabulous accomplishment. Best wishes for continued success!

    Thanks for sharing!

  135. Thanks for posting this…. Found you n Pinterest! I’ve made this several times… It’s my husbands new favorite treat! We just spoon it into chili, eat it along side of dinner or the last time we spooned it into chicken and butternut stew! It’s a definate keeper!!!

  136. I am disappointed time and again when I see a recipe that looks great and then it contains a boxed or packaged mix. Can no one measure out flour, sugar etc anymore. This is not baking.

    1. In the south, women often used a box of Jiffy mix because it was actually less expensive, and of course, a time saver. I am sure that you can adapt it using cornmeal and flour.

      1. What a rude comment! If a recipe isn’t to your taste – find another. The world is at your fingertips via the internet.

    2. 5 stars
      Well, bless your heart.
      It’s been 7 years since your snide, judging comment.
      Baking means doing your best to create something that others will enjoy.
      Everyone does their best, with what they have.
      As you’re a Master Baker, I’m quite sure you were able to whip up a copycat “Jiffy Mix” to replace the box mix; I know I’m not the only one who did, now am I dear?

  137. Congratulations, Stacey, on your well deserved success. I quietly read, and love, your website. Thank you for putting your heart into a book that we can hold in our hands.

  138. Stacy, I LOVE the wooden spoon! Congratulations on your very succesful venture. I will making this recipe very soon. did i mention that i really, really love that wooden spoon of yours?!

  139. I made this tonight… and oh my goodness was it good! Thanks so much for this recipe (and alll of the others!). Best of luck to you.

  140. This is a close relative to one of my all-time favorite Paula Deen recipes. Such a tasty side with all kinds of meals.

  141. Stacey, what a great time-saving recipe. Thanks.

    My copy of your cookbook arrived yesterday. I have been browsing through it trying to decide which recipe to try first. It is hard to choose from all the goodies. So many of them sound like my mother’s recipes (and now mine).

  142. I make this same recipe, but with an added layer of goodness. I saute sliced Vidalia onions (about 3 large) in a stick of butter until soft, just short of carmelizing. Then, blend in 8 oz sour cream, 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend) and 4 oz chopped green chiles. Spread this carefully on top of the cornbread mixture. Bake the same. Everyone always wants this recipe.

  143. I make this too! I also add cheese to the top the last few mins of cooking! I am waiting for your book to arrive in the mail! I cant wait to try more of your recipes!

  144. Just received your cookbook….I pre-ordered and got the bookplate several weeks ago….now I just need
    to figure where I put it for “safe keeping ’til the book gets here” and can put the two together…haven’t
    tried any of the recipes yet…still reading the book like a novel…cover to cover….many great delicious sounding recipes….can’t wait to try them….all…

  145. May God bless you and your family, your home and even your gorgeous wooden spoons! I enjoy every word and story and appreciate any recipes you make that take gluten/ dairy allergies into account as well. :>

  146. Stacey, I just wanted to tell you that I sincerely appreciate all that you have compiled for our eating pleasure. Even though I am not a good cook, you easy to follow recipies are making me into a great one! From the bottom of my heart, I wish you and your family continued success. Much love sent to you from Mississippi!

  147. Stacey, My book arrived yesterday!, and it is such a treat to read , really loved the forward from Christy.. I came to your. Blog long ago through mention on hers I believe. I find many of your recipes are so similar to my family’s and so glad you put them together in a book.. I will be keeping this one front and center of my favorites.

      1. Unfortunately, the book is sold out in most places. You might be able to find it on site like Amazon or Book-a-Million.

  148. Stacey,

    The cookbook is amazing. I received mine yesterday and I am going through it page by page. The recipes sound wonderful. Your sweet, kind words feel so from the heart. How exciting for you to have this opportunity, and I look forward to hearing about each exciting opportunity that opens up for you.

    God bless you and thank you for sharing your wonderful recipes and stories with us.

    Pam

  149. Stacey,
    I just received your cookbook yesterday and I’ve already gained 10 pounds just looking at all the great recipes! (LOL!) This is with out a doubt one of the best cookbooks I have ever had and I have been cooking for over 50 years. Thanks for all the work you do in putting out this newsletter and of course for all the hard work you did in putting together such a wonderful cookbook. The recipes bring back fond memories of my Mother and her cooking. Thanks for the memories.
    PS: I so look forward to getting your newsletter and “devour” every recipe you post!!!

  150. Congratulations Stacey on the success of your new cookbook. I love all your recipes, and can’t wait to get the new book. I also started following you on Instagram, looking forward to seeing all the great foodie pics.
    Keep cooking….we need more good recipes !!

    1. Hi Grace. I would think you have 2 options. Bob’s Red Mill makes a nongmo cornbread mix that is very good. You want to be aware that Jiffy mix is 8.5oz. So look at Bob’s to see how much mix of his you need or make a mix from scratch. dry mix from

    2. I made this and just used the dry ingredients on the cornmeal package for making cornbread, then used the rest of the ingredients that Stacey called for. It turned out perfect.

  151. I have just discovered your web site and I’m loving your great recipes. This corn casserole is one of our family favorites. Congratulation on your new cookbook.

      1. Thank you SO MUCH! I’m in Canada and there is NO Jiffy Corn Bread Mix to be found, and I haven’t even found REGULAR Corn Bread Mix of any kind. Your recipe is a great Southern Cooking saver!

    1. If I make this Thanksgiving morning and then drive three hours, what’s the best way to warm it up without drying it out? I saw that you mentioned baking a day prior and then warming it up the next day.

  152. Thanks for a new vegetable dish to try. It is so easy to get in a rut and just serve the same old things all the time. Please give us more ideas for vegetable variety. This great-grandmother needs new things to try. Stacey, you do good work, so please keep on going!

  153. This looks absolutely delicious and it would be perfect along side a bowl of chili on a day like today here in Myrtle Beach where it is 38 degrees right now. Cannot wait to try this one!

    1. I’m in Myrtle too; and now it’s 70 degrees, but this is on tonight’s menu. Adding a few cans of chopped jalapenos for a kick!

  154. I just printed this recipe, will head to Kroger later today, and plan to serve it for dinner! My mouth is watering already!

      1. Corn casserole was always reserved for Thanksgiving, but I thought it would be delicious with chicken and ribs on the grill with slaw and baked beans. And it is!!

      2. I’m getting ready to try this and realize I have the cream corn but only frozen whole kernal..would this still work?

  155. Love corn bread and I like how moist your recipe looks. Also offered you up to Pollinate Media as a top male blogger.

      1. If living in “Oz” you mean Kansas every Dillon’s store that I know of has Jiffy mix cornbread. I use it by the case. At least it seems like it sometimes.

      1. 5 stars
        I HATE corn bread! I hate how dry it is no matter what you do to it. It’s not the flavor..I love the sweetness but I hate the way it crumbles and leaves a pastiness in your mouth. BUT I LOVE THIS RECIPE!! My mom made this for me because she knew I hated corn bread and forced me to try it…I FELL IN LOVE!!!!! This is everything I knew corn bread had the potential to be! We do make some slight modifications but the recipe is amazing on its own. I personally do not like the cheddar cheese on top. It is misplaced. I use a cast iron pan and always double the recipe because you cant get enough! I mix the melted butter in with the recipe but I also put about a half stick of butter in the cast iron pan and put It in the oven to melt before I the batter. It gives it a crispier crust and you can never have too much butter! I made chili tonight for my brother in laws birthday and could not not make this corn bread to go with it! We also make this every year for Thanksgiving! I cannot help but love this!

      2. This recipe is absolutely AMAZING but I’m so angry right now that I didn’t see your comment before I made this tonight! Now I’m dreaming of the crispy edges I could have had from my cast iron skillet. I’m definitely going to try that next time. Thanks for the tip.

    1. This recipe has been around for many, many years. First seen on a box of Jiffy Cornbread. I suppose it is being called a spoonbread because you use a spoon to serve it. it isn’t the spoonbread I grew up with, but is still delicious.

    2. We call it Corn Bake…have been making for years love the moistness and always a huge hit. Your other recipes look interesting will definitely try them. Thanks from Linda from Arizona…

      1. I wouldn’t recommend it. It’s much better to cook it through the day before and simply reheat it if you need to got that route.

      2. I have always prepped it the day before and baked refrigerated it, baking the next day and it is fine.

    3. My family and I love this dish. I make it for Christmas each year. My youngest grandson made it one year. So simple to make.