The Best Creamy Corn Pudding (Custard) Recipe
This corn pudding recipe is a unique side dish that can be served alongside both savory and sweet meals, especially holidays!
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Equipment
- 1 qt casserole dish, buttered
- 1 larger pan to set casserole dish in and hold 2 inches of water
- 1 heavy bottom sauce pan
- whisk
- measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1/2 cup light cream or half & half
- 3/4 cup milk
- 2 cans whole-kernel corn (drained)
- 3 eggs well beaten
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional)
Instructions
Preheat Oven
- Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 1 quart casserole dish. This ensures that the corn pudding bakes evenly and doesn’t stick to the pan.
Combine Ingredients
- In a heavy bottom saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Remove from heat and blend in flour, salt, pepper, and sugar until smooth. Blend in cream and milk. Return to medium high heat and cook, stirring until the mixture boils and becomes thick and smooth. Remove from heat.
Mix It All Together
- Stir corn into sauce until combined, then thoroughly blend in the beaten eggs and optional nutmeg.
Pour and Bake
- Pour the corn pudding mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Place the dish into a larger pan containing 2 inches of hot water. Bake until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 45-50 minutes.
Let It Rest and Serve
- Allow the corn pudding to rest for about 10 minutes after removing it from the oven. This helps it firm up a bit, making it easier to serve. You can garnish with a little fresh parsley for color if you like, but it's perfect just as is!
Notes
*Calories are approximate
Tips for Perfect Corn Pudding:
- Use room temperature ingredients: This helps the pudding cook more evenly and rise properly.
- Make it cheesy: For an extra indulgent twist, stir in a cup of shredded cheddar or Parmesan before baking.
- Make ahead: Corn pudding can be made a day ahead of time and reheated before serving. Simply cover the dish with foil and bake at 300°F for 15-20 minutes.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 285kcal
