Amish Scalloped Corn

Creamy, hearty, and topped with a buttery cracker crumb topping, this is an old-fashioned side dish that's sure to please.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Total Time50

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Southern

Keyword: amish side dishes, baked creamy corn, scalloped corn

Servings: servings

Calories: 384kcal

Author: Katie

Equipment

small casserole dish

Ingredients

Corn Mixture

1 15 ounce can canned corn (drained)
1 15 ounce can creamed corn
2 eggs (beaten)
½ cup heavy cream
¼ cup melted butter
1½ cup crushed Ritz crackers
1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
2 green onions (sliced)
½ teaspoon black pepper

Cracker Topping

½ cup crushed Ritz crackers
3 tablespoons melted butter
⅓ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)

Instructions

Corn Mixture

Preheat the oven. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a 7.7x5.3-inch baking dish or a small casserole dish by coating it with nonstick cooking spray.
Mix the ingredients. In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the drained canned corn, creamed corn, beaten eggs, heavy cream, ¼ cup of melted butter, 1½ cups of crushed Ritz crackers, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese (reserving ⅓ cup for topping), sliced green onions, and black pepper. Stir until all the ingredients are well incorporated.
Transfer to a baking dish. Pour the corn mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Set aside while you prepare the topping.

Cracker Topping

Prepare the topping: Mix ½ cup of crushed Ritz crackers with 3 tablespoons of melted butter in a small bowl until the crumbs are well coated.
Layer the topping. Sprinkle the prepared cracker topping evenly over the corn mixture in the baking dish. Then, sprinkle the reserved ⅓ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the cracker mixture.

Bake and Finish

Bake. Place the baking dish in the oven and cook uncovered for 40 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the topping is golden brown. Check the dish after 30 minutes to ensure it doesn’t overcook, as oven temperatures vary.
Garnish and serve. Once baked, remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Garnish with additional sliced green onions if desired. Serve warm, and enjoy this creamy, hearty side dish!

Notes

Make sure the canned corn is well-drained before adding it in. Too much water can make the casserole mushy, messing up the texture of the filling and the crust.

When breaking up the Ritz crackers, try to get a mix of fine crumbs and some chunkier bits. This way, the topping will be crunchier and more enjoyable.

Depending on what you like, you might want to add a bit of salt or more pepper to the mix. Before you put in the eggs, taste them to see if they need more seasoning.

If you want the corn to taste sweeter, consider putting in a teaspoon of sugar. This can help if the corn isn’t super sweet and can make the savory parts taste better.

For a crunchier top, mix in 1/4 cup of crushed potato chips with the cracker crumbs before you put it on the casserole.

Using freshly ground black pepper can make the flavors pop.

If you like a little kick, chop up some jalapeno pepper and throw it in!

Not a fan of green onions? Try garnishing with fresh chopped parsley when you serve it. It adds a nice pop of color and freshness.

Feel free to mix in other ingredients that you like. Adding things like chopped bell peppers, diced ham, or jalapeños can give the dish a new flavor and make it even more delicious.

When it comes to cheese, grating your cheddar is best. The bags of pre-shredded cheese have stuff in them that keeps them from melting well.

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