Instant Pot Corn Casserole is the classic Jiffy Corn Pudding Casserole made in the pressure cooker. An easy side dish perfect for the holidays or any day!
It’s been a few years since I made cheesy corn casserole for Thanksgiving. I always had to precook it due to a serious lack of oven space, so I just made as many Thanksgiving side dishes on the stove as I could. Stove top candied yams, and green beans, I’m looking at you!
But now that I have my Instant Pot, ( 3 actually!) I’m just a little obsessed with Instant Pot recipes. So, I made the classic Jiffy corn casserole with cheese and creamed corn in the Instant Pot. You guys, it’s so good this way!
Instant Pot corn casserole is more like a sweet corn pudding — It’s rich, thick and not dry at all. I like spice it up a little, so I add chopped jalapeno peppers and Mexican blend cheese. It’s kind of like a Mexican corn casserole — yum!
Best of all, you don’t need to give up valuable oven space to make this favorite holiday side dish! I like to pop it under the broiler for a couple minutes to melt the cheese, but it’s not a requirement.
How to Make Jiffy Corn Casserole in the Instant Pot
Both the original Jiffy corn pudding casserole and Instant Pot Jiffy corn casserole are super easy to make. And both recipes start out the same way. Just mix Jiffy corn muffin mix with creamed corn and the other ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.
Then stir in some sour cream, and pour the mixture into a greased cake pan. The pan I have is a 7 inch, so I used my 8-quart Instant Pot for this recipe. If you have a 6 quart, you’ll need a smaller pan, and you may have some leftover batter.
Cover the cake pan with aluminum foil to keep water off the top. Then, add water and place the trivet in the Instant Pot. Then, carefully lower the pan into the pot and place it on the trivet.
Pressure cook the the casserole, and allow a 5-minute natural release. Actually, you can allow a longer release or a full natural release if you want. I really saw no difference, so if time is an issue, go with a shorter release.
The corn casserole will be soft when you remove the foil, but will firm up as it rests and cools. I added some shredded cheese to the top and popped it under the broiler for a couple of minutes for added flavor and texture. It’s not necessary, but it just makes this cheesy corn casserole even more delicious!
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Recipe for Instant Pot Corn Casserole
Instant Pot Corn Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 box Jiffy Corn Mix
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1 can creamed corn
- 1 can kernel corn, drained
- 1 teaspoon dried minced onions
- 2 small jalapeno peppers, seeded and diced (or small can diced green chiles)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups water
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
Instructions
- Beat the egg in a large mixing bowl, then add the muffin mix, butter, both cans of corn, onions and peppers
- Stir in the sour cream, and mix well
- Pour batter into a greased 7-inch round cake pan, and cover with aluminum foil
- Pour 2 cups water into the inner liner of an 8-quart Instant Pot, and place trivet inside
- Place cake pan on top of trivet, and place lid on Instant Pot. Turn vent to Sealing position, and hit PRESSURE COOK for 45 minutes
- Pot will take a few minutes to reach pressure, then cook for 45 minutes. Allow a 5 minute natural release, then turn valve to quick release remaining pressure. (you can do a full natural release if you prefer)
- When pin drops, open lid, and carefully remove trivet by lifting the handles. Wearing oven mitts is recommended. Remove foil from cake pan, top with shredded cheese, and broil in oven to melt cheese (if desired)
Notes
Nutrition
I hope you enjoy this easy Instant Pot Corn Casserole as much as we do!
Jeff says
I’ll be honest- i wasn’t feeling the cheesy pepper vibe. I used all the other ingredients (doubled the onion, as I like onion), plus a few tablespoons of honey. It came out really good!
Dee says
Honey sounds like a delicious addition. Glad you enjoyed it!
Katie says
Just made this in a cheese cake pan & It was so delicious! I need to do a bigger batch though. Have you tried a stacker pan to be able to double this and make 2 pans? Would I need more water in the pot?
Dee says
I haven’t tried stacking pans in the IP, but you shouldn’t need to double the water. You just need the right amount for the pot to pressurize. I’m so glad you liked the casserole!
Michele says
Very delicious! I used an 8-Quart Instant Pot and it came out perfectly.
Dee says
Awesome, Michele! Thanks — so glad you liked it!
Jeff Winett says
WOWSERS! This dish rocked the worlds of 6 hungry guests last night. I used a tall 7 inch diameter souffle dish, and my 8 quart I.P. I did make this early in the day, and warmed in the oven for the most wonderful side dish ever. Very moist, and I won’t ever deviate from your exact instructions. Thank you so much Dee, for sharing.
Dee says
Thank you so much, Jeff! I am so happy you guys liked the casserole!
Emily says
I tried this in my 6qt Instant Pot Duo and I could not get it to cook! I reduced the water as you said to, had it on high pressure, covered the pan in foil, and cooked for 45 minutes and it was an uncooked mess. I tried it at 45 minutes 3 different times and never cooked through. Please help!
Dee says
Did you add the water to the casserole instead of the bottom of the pot? It sounds like your pot never came to pressure, which could mean that the seal was not on right, the valve wasn’t set to sealing or there wasn’t water in it to make pressure. I’ve made this several times without any problems, and I know others have, as well.
John says
The recipe sounds delicious! Quick question, do you use low pressure or high pressure on the instant pot? Thanks!
Dee says
I use high pressure for this. 🙂
Gina Rogers says
Can’t wait to try your recipe for Thanksgiving. Would the cooking time be the same in a 6 quart instant pot?
Dee says
Hi Gina. It should be the same, but you might have some extra batter that won’t fit in a smaller pan. Hope you like t! 🙂
Karen Alexander says
I’m bringing this to a school pot luck tomorrow. Could I make the batter tonight, get it all ready ahead and IP it tomorrow right before the pot luck?
Dee says
I haven’t done this, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work. Let me know how it goes. 🙂
Karen says
45 minutes seems like a long time for the IP. Can you verify that?
Dee says
I tested this recipe 3 times in the 8 quart, so, yes, I can verify the cooking time. 🙂
Lizzie says
Could you use a ceramic dish instead of a cake dish?
Dee says
You can use a ceramic dish as long as it’s safe for the pressure cooker. I’ve used them before and had no trouble. 🙂
Miz Helen says
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Mary Ann Smith says
This looks yummy, but I have no instant pot, I know, shame on me! Would the ingredients and measurements be the same to bake in the oven? And at what temerature and for how long? Thanks
Dee says
Yes — You can make it exactly the same way, with the same ingredient amounts. Bake at 375 for about 40 minutes or until set. 🙂
Miz Helen says
This is a great Corn Casserole! Thanks so much for sharing with us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a great weekend and come back soon!
Miz Helen
Angie with Kitchen Southern Hospitality says
Looks wonderful! I love corn casseroles, especially if I can cook it in my electric pressure cooker.
Dee says
Thanks, Angie! This is definitely a game changer! 🙂
Jasmine says
My family loved this! Saved time with my new Instant Pot. This is going to be a new family favorite. Thanks Dee.
Dee says
Thank you so much, Jasmine! I’m glad your family liked it!
Diana says
I cannot stop eating this! Literally!
I just love how good it tastes and it’s so easy!
Dee says
So glad you like it, Diana! Thanks so much.
Erin | Dinners,Dishes and Dessert says
This is seriously making me hungry!
Dee says
It’s definitely addicting, but perfect for the holidays. 🙂
Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says
I can’t wait to give this a try! Looks really good!
Melanie Bauer says
This side dish looks delightful! Drooling over this right now, this is a keeper!
Jamielyn says
This is one of my favorite holiday side dishes! Love the idea of making it in the instant pot!
Catalina says
I love how easy is to make this casserole! This will be on my Thanksgiving menu !
Dee says
Thanks, Catalina. It’s perfect for Thanksgiving! 🙂
Paula says
I love corn casserole and hello in the IP? Even better.
Dee says
Definitely! I think I like the IP version better than the original! 🙂
Nancy says
I just bought an Instant Pot and I am loving it! Will have to make this next!
Dee says
I would be lost without mine! 🙂