Description
Cheddar Sweet Corn Pie is the perfect combination of savory and sweet. The creamy cheddar cheese melts into a smooth filling, creating a deliciously indulgent texture that pairs perfectly with the sweet corn. It’s an ideal choice for both family dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
2 cups sweet corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/4 cup milk
2 large eggs
1 tablespoon flour
1 tablespoon butter (melted)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 pie crust (store-bought or homemade)
1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crust and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish, trimming any excess dough. Prick the bottom of the crust with a fork a few times.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, heavy cream, milk, melted butter, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until combined.
- Stir in sweet corn kernels and shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pie crust and smooth the top.
- Sprinkle paprika on top if desired.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until set and golden brown. A toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Let the pie cool for 10-15 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Spicy Cheddar Corn Pie: Add chopped jalapeños or a teaspoon of chili powder for a spicy kick.
- Bacon Cheddar Corn Pie: Add crumbled cooked bacon for a savory touch.
- Gluten-Free Version: Use a gluten-free pie crust and substitute flour with gluten-free flour blend.
- Vegetarian Version: Skip the bacon and use non-dairy ingredients for a plant-based version.
- For leftovers: Refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Main or Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 80mg