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Cheesy Korean corn cheese baked in a cast iron skillet.

Easy Korean Corn Cheese

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Korean Corn Cheese is a creamy, cheesy side dish made with sweet corn and pantry staples in just 15 minutes. Serve it as a comforting side or a delicious dip for chips and bread!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Korean
Diet Gluten Free
Keyword canned corn, comfort food, corn cheese, corn kernel, korean corn cheese, Thanksgiving side dish
Prep Time 5 minutes
Bake time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 343
Author Hyegyoung K. Ford

Ingredients

  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1/4 small onion finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 15 oz (430 g) canned whole kernel corn drained
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • 1 cup (8 oz) shredded mozzarella cheese divided
  • 1/2 cup (4 oz) shredded Mexican cheese blend divided
  • 1 green onion finely chopped, optional

Instructions

  • Heat your oven to 400˚F. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, then cook the onion and garlic until soft. Remove the skillet from the heat, then stir in the corn, mayo, and sugar. Add half of the mozzarella and half of the Mexican cheese, blending well with the corn mixture.
  • Spread the mixture in the skillet, sprinkle with remaining cheeses, and bake for 10 minutes or until cheese melts and bubbly.
  • For a golden brown top, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end of baking. Keep a close eye to prevent burning. Enjoy the Korean corn cheese warm from the oven and serve with your favorite main dish.

Notes

Easy Tips for the Best Korean Corn Cheese
  • Toss in a little chopped green pepper for extra texture and flavor.
  • Try mozzarella, cheddar, pepper jack, Colby, or Muenster for a different twist.
  • Skip the mayo? Swap it with sour cream, Greek yogurt, or cream cheese for a creamy alternative.
  • Make it ahead: Prep everything in an oven-safe dish, cover, and refrigerate for up to a day. Just bake when ready!
  • Enjoy it as a side dish, a sweet corn casserole, or scoop it up with tortilla chips as an appetizer.
  • Storing leftovers: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat in the oven or air fryer until warm and melty.

Nutrition

Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 672mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 616IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 649mg | Iron: 0.4mg