Old-Fashioned Scalloped Corn
Old-Fashioned Scalloped Corn is a comforting baked side dish made from sweet corn, eggs, milk, and buttery cracker crumbs. It’s creamy, rich, and slightly sweet with a crisp golden top — a nostalgic favorite that’s perfect for holidays or family dinners.
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned or frozen corn (drained or thawed)
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 1 cup milk or half-and-half
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon sugar (optional)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup crushed buttery crackers (like Ritz)
- 1 tablespoon butter (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a medium baking dish.
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine corn, eggs, milk, melted butter, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix until well blended.
- Add Crumbs: Stir in half of the crushed crackers.
- Assemble: Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cracker crumbs evenly on top. Dot with small pieces of butter.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Serve: Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- Fresh, frozen, or canned corn all work well in this recipe.
- For a creamier texture, use cream-style corn instead of whole kernel.
- Crushed Ritz or saltine crackers add the perfect buttery crunch.
- This dish can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
- Serve it warm with roasted meats or poultry.