The best Thanksgiving corn recipes come from home cooks who have perfected their family favorites. Now we're sharing them with you.
33 Thanksgiving Corn Recipes Your Family Will Love
Updated on Sep. 16, 2024
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Cornbread Casserole
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Since my husband likes spicy foods, I frequently sprinkle chopped jalapeno peppers over half of this casserole just for him. I often double the recipe when entertaining and always end up with empty pans. It is that good! —Carrina Cooper, McAlpin, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 311 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 54mg cholesterol, 777mg sodium, 50g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
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Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
5 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Five ingredients are all you'll need for my popular creamed corn recipe. It's wonderful no matter what the occasion is. Try it on a barbecue buffet or holiday menu. —Barbara Brizendine, Harrisonville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 378 calories, 26g fat (16g saturated fat), 74mg cholesterol, 439mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.
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Cornbread Salad
Total Time
30 min
Servings
16 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
To feed a crowd, especially when I want to make a good impression, I make this eye-popping cornbread salad. It’s beautiful in a trifle bowl. I love it in summer, when we can make it with our own garden produce. —Debbie Johnson, Centertown, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 367 calories, 23g fat (7g saturated fat), 46mg cholesterol, 607mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 4g fiber), 11g protein.
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Corn Stuffing Balls
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My mom had many "winning" recipes, and this was one of our family's favorites. I can still picture these Corn Stuffing Balls encircling the large meat platter piled high with one of her delicious entrees. —Audrey Groe, Lake Mills, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 365 calories, 16g fat (7g saturated fat), 84mg cholesterol, 1233mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 10g protein.
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Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn with Bacon
Total Time
4 hours 10 min
Servings
20 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Every time I take this super rich corn to a holiday potluck or work party, I leave with an empty slow cooker. It's decadent, homey and so worth the splurge. —Melissa Pelkey Hass, Waleska, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 259 calories, 20g fat (11g saturated fat), 60mg cholesterol, 433mg sodium, 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 1g fiber), 5g protein.
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Zucchini & Sweet Corn Souffle
Total Time
1 hour 25 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As novice gardeners, my husband and I sowed zucchini seeds—15 hills' worth! Happily, my family requests this corn souffle side dish often, so it's a keeper. —Carol Ellerbroek, Gladstone, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 178 calories, 12g fat (7g saturated fat), 152mg cholesterol, 599mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Sweet Corn and Potato Gratin
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This tasty potato gratin side dish combines great garlic and onion flavor, and kids love the nice crispy topping, too! —Jennifer Olson, Pleasanton, California
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 213 calories, 6g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 452mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein.
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Eddie’s Favorite Fiesta Corn
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When sweet corn is available, I love making this splurge of a side dish. Frozen corn works, but taste as you go and add sugar if needed. —Anthony Bolton, Bellevue, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 249 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 399mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Makeover Creamed Corn
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This healthy creamed corn has all the rich feel and flavor of the original, but only about half the calories and about a third of the saturated fat. —Trisha Kruse, Eagle, Idaho
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 234 calories, 9g fat (6g saturated fat), 31mg cholesterol, 574mg sodium, 33g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein.
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Creole Cornbread
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cornbread is a staple of Cajun and Creole cuisine. This version is an old favorite, and it really tastes wonderful. I found the recipe in the bottom of my recipe drawer. —Enid Hebert, Lafayette, Louisiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 272 calories, 14g fat (7g saturated fat), 68mg cholesterol, 551mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Special Scalloped Corn
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Carrots and green pepper make this dish colorful, which grabs attention at a potluck. The corn casserole is also a smart idea for when you need to prepare a dish ahead of time—easy baking is all it takes to finish it up. —J. Brown, Fort Dodge, Iowa
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 322 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 157mg cholesterol, 941mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Corn Pudding
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Cornbread mix and canned corn make this southern corn pudding casserole a snap to prepare. Now, this is real comfort food! —P. Lauren Fay-Neri, Syracuse, New York
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 435 calories, 22g fat (12g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 700mg sodium, 52g carbohydrate (24g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Asian Corn Succotash
Total Time
25 min
Servings
3 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Since I’m not a fan of lima beans, I use edamame (green soybeans) in this colorful corn succotash instead. The Asian-inspired dressing alone is addictive. —Dierdre Callaway, Parkville, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 261 calories, 17g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 104mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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Slow Cooker Cheesy Corn
Total Time
3 hours 5 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family really likes this creamy, cheesy side dish—and it's so easy to make. Even those who usually don't eat much corn often ask for a second helping. —Mary Ann Truitt, Wichita, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 265 calories, 16g fat (9g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 227mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Edamame Corn Carrot Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I came up with this easy salad while brainstorming light, protein-filled recipes. My vegetarian and vegan friends are especially big fans. —Maiah Miller, Monterey, California
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 111 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 135mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 5g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Chili Cornbread Salad
Total Time
40 min
Servings
15 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A co-worker brought this wonderful dish to a potluck several years ago. She had copies of the recipe next to the pan. Now I make it for get-togethers and also supply copies of the recipe. I never have any leftover salad or recipes. —Kelly Newsom, Jenks, Oklahoma
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 383 calories, 24g fat (8g saturated fat), 39mg cholesterol, 839mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 5g fiber), 12g protein.
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Cranberry Cornbread Casserole
Total Time
35 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
What could be better on a cold day than a warm casserole and creamy sweet cornbread put together? Since it starts with a mix, this side takes no time to make. Just bake, scoop and eat. Yum!—Valery Anderson, Sterling Heights, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 225 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 369mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 fat.
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New Orleans-Style Scalloped Corn
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This colorful casserole is very popular among family gatherings in many New Orleans homes. I started making it years ago, and now my sons include it in their menus.—Mrs. Priscilla Gilbert, Indian Harbour Beach, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 194 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 59mg cholesterol, 241mg sodium, 32g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Creamy Corn
Total Time
3 hours 5 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Out of all my corn recipes, this is my favorite. You need just a few ingredients and a slow cooker to make this delicious side dish. Because it cooks on its own, you'll have extra time to prepare the main course. —Judy McCarthy, Derby, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 289 calories, 24g fat (15g saturated fat), 69mg cholesterol, 414mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.
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Barley Corn Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A terrific alternative to pasta salad, this colorful side dish adds refreshing herb flavor to corn, barley, and red and green peppers. Bring it to your next get-together and see how fast it disappears! —Mary Ann Kieffer of Lawrence, Kansas
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 156 calories, 5g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 202mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 4g fiber), 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1 fat.
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Cheddar Creamed Corn
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
9 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I took this super easy recipe to a school potluck once and it was gone in no time. I’ve been asked to bring it to every function since. —Jessica Maxwell, Englewood, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 272 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 317mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein.
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Layered Grilled Corn Salad
Total Time
25 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This has been a go-to dish for me throughout the years. It's great as a side or can be served for a light lunch in lettuce cups, with warm crusty bread. —Angela Smith, Bluffton, South Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 224 calories, 15g fat (2g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 656mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 3g protein.
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Scalloped Corn
Total Time
1 hour 5 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This comforting casserole features sunny corn kernels tucked into a creamy custard. My mom got this recipe and many other excellent ones from her mother. By the time this crowd-pleasing corn dish left the table, my father, sister, brothers and I would have almost scraped it clean. —Sandy Jenkins, Elkhorn, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 236 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 112mg cholesterol, 296mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 2g fiber), 9g protein.
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Corn Okra Creole
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This dish is representative of my area of the country, and particularly the Texas-Louisiana border. The okra, corn and Creole seasonings are all popular here. —Ruth Aubey, San Antonio, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
2/3 cup: 147 calories, 8g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 19mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 4g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 starch.
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Corn and Broccoli in Cheese Sauce
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Save room in the oven by making this savory side in your slow cooker. It is a standby in my house. My daughter likes to add leftover ham to create a hearty main course. —Joyce Johnson, Uniontown, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 148 calories, 5g fat (3g saturated fat), 16mg cholesterol, 409mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 1 starch, 1 medium-fat meat.
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Baked Corn
Total Time
55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Here's a sweet corn pudding that can turn even ordinary meals into something to celebrate. A yuletide favorite with our entire family, this baked corn casserole spoons up as sweet and creamy as custard. Guests give it rave reviews and always ask for the recipe. —Peggy West, Georgetown, Delaware
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 186 calories, 7g fat (4g saturated fat), 79mg cholesterol, 432mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (14g sugars, 1g fiber), 4g protein.
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Loaded Cheddar-Corn Potato Patties
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen (1 cup sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
Make these small for the perfect bite-size appetizer. Pile them on a cake platter, and watch them all disappear. —Darlene Brenden, Salem, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 patty with 4 teaspoons sauce: 170 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 17mg cholesterol, 382mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 6g protein.
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Corn & Onion Souffle
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I swapped out my old cheese souffle for one with corn. If you’re souffle-challenged, it helps to use smaller ramekins instead of one big dish. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 325 calories, 25g fat (13g saturated fat), 174mg cholesterol, 463mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 8g protein.
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Basil Corn & Tomato Bake
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I think this is the ultimate dish to make when sweet Jersey corn is in season. Combined with tomatoes, zucchini and basil, it makes for a spectacular side for brunch, lunch or dinner. —Erin Chilcoat, Central Islip, New York
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 131 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 299mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Cape Cod Corn Pudding
Total Time
50 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A family member passed along this recipe for corn baked with cheddar and ricotta. Don’t skip the fresh basil—it adds a hint of sweet flavor reminiscent of mint and anise. —Melinda Messer, Benson, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 378 calories, 21g fat (12g saturated fat), 148mg cholesterol, 582mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 2g fiber), 17g protein.
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Confetti Corn
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This easy corn dish is sure to dress up almost any entree. I added the crunch of water chestnuts, red pepper and chopped carrot—along with extra nutrition. —Glenda Watts, Charleston, Illinois
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 140 calories, 4g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 7mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 starch, 1/2 fat.
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Green Chile Creamed Corn
Total Time
3 hours 10 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When hosting big meals, I would sometimes run out of burners. Then I realized my slow cooker could help by simmering corn and green chiles with pickled jalapenos. —Pat Dazis, Charlotte, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
3/4 cup: 258 calories, 17g fat (10g saturated fat), 44mg cholesterol, 296mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 3g fiber), 6g protein.
