Traeger Smoked Corn Casserole Recipe

Easy Corn Casserole Recipe

Side dishes often steal the show, and this corn casserole is a perfect example. It’s simple to prepare, sturdy enough for a potluck, and flavorful enough to pair with smoked meats or weeknight mains. The texture is soft with a tender crumb and plenty of whole-kernel corn for contrast. A golden, cheesy edge forms as it cooks—one of the best parts.

This version uses canned whole corn, creamed corn, and a dry cornbread mix for convenience. Those ingredients combine to give you a rich cornbread-like base with pockets of sweet corn in every bite. Finish with a drizzle of honey for a pleasant sweet note that balances savory elements.

Why You’ll Love This Dish

• One-bowl prep — Mix everything in one bowl for quick cleanup.
• Cheesy and sweet — The mix of cheddar and corn delivers comforting flavor.
• Smoker-friendly — The Traeger adds subtle wood smoke, but it also works great in a conventional oven.
• Feeds a crowd — Makes enough for family dinners or gatherings.
• Customizable — Add jalapeños, green chiles, or bacon to suit your taste.

Recipe Shopping List

Most of these items are pantry staples. Quantities and exact measurements are listed in the recipe card below.

• Whole kernel corn — Adds texture and a natural sweetness.
• Creamed corn — Keeps the casserole moist and silky.
• Dry cornbread mix — The base that forms the casserole’s structure.
• Sour cream — Adds creaminess and tenderness.
• Salted butter — Richness and moisture.
• Large eggs — Bind the ingredients together.
• Shredded cheddar — Melts into the casserole and creates a savory crust.
• Honey — Optional finishing touch for sweetness.

How to Make This Recipe

The overview below shows the basic steps. For best results, follow the full recipe directions and timings.

1. Preheat your Traeger to 350°F (or preheat a conventional oven to 350°F).
2. Mix the batter in one large bowl by combining the whole kernel corn, creamed corn, cornbread mix, sour cream, melted butter, and beaten eggs until smooth. Reserve the cheese for folding in last.
3. Fold in the cheese gently so the shredded cheddar stays distributed throughout the batter.
4. Prepare the pan by spraying a 9-inch high-sided square baking dish with cooking spray, then pour in the batter and smooth the top.
5. Cook on the Traeger for about 45 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through cooking. If using an oven, bake for the same amount of time or until a toothpick inserted near the center comes out with only a few moist crumbs.
6. Finish by drizzling honey over the warm casserole if desired, then serve.

FAQ

Serve This With…

• Smoked Meatloaf
• Grilled Chicken Thighs
• Wild Hog Chili
• Venison Chili
• Traeger Chicken Chili

This Traeger Corn Casserole is an easy, reliable side that looks and tastes like you spent a lot more time on it than you did. It’s soft and cheesy with sweet corn throughout and just enough smokiness to complement bold mains. Whether for a holiday table, backyard barbecue, or weeknight dinner, this casserole is a dependable favorite.