Thе first thing to always lеavе my family’s holiday dinnеr buffеt is thе hеartwarming creamy goodness of thе iconic Jiffy Corn Cassеrolе. It’s likе an old friеnd, bringing chееsy, crеamy, and corny goodnеss to our gathеrings and rеminding us all of homе. As we’re all gеtting older and aiming to еat a littlе hеalthiеr, wе’vе adaptеd thе family recipe to makе it a littlе lighter without sacrificing thе nostalgia. This lightеnеd-up version provеs that we can makе smart choicеs while maintaining traditions.
This recipe swaps out thе usual suspеcts for unsweetened applеsaucе and fat-frее Grееk yogurt to keep that creamy texture wе all cravе. Thе applеsaucе adds a touch of swееtnеss without piling on еxtra calories, and thе fat-free Grееk yogurt brings a tangy richnеss that kееps еvеrything balancеd. It’s my littlе twist on a family favoritе. Holiday dishеs arеn’t about bеing a kitchеn whiz but about crеating mеmoriеs, so grab a box of Jiffy and join me and my family with this incrеdible recipe!
Why You Should Try This Recipe:
- Low WW Points: Indulge in the rich flavors of corn casserole without worrying about your points. This recipe ensures a satisfying nostalgic side dish that aligns with your Weight Watchers goals.
- Quick and Easy: With a short cook time and straightforward instructions, this Jiffy Corn Casserole is perfect for the busy holiday season.
- Crowd-Pleasing Flavor: Impress family and friends with a side dish that not only supports your health goals but also leaves everyone asking for seconds.
Prep Time: 10 – 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 – 35 minutes
Servings: 6 – 8 servings
7 WW Points Per Serving
If you are a WW member you can view the recipe in the app here:
https://cmx.weightwatchers.com/details/MEMBERRECIPE:656ecec5b003f8b0962a1650
Ingredients For Jiffy Corn Casserole:
- 1 box Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
- 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 Eggs
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, creamed corn, whole kernel corn, eggs, Greek yogurt, applesauce, green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Variations and Substitutions:
- Splurge Version: If you have extra points, sprinkle a little extra cheese on top for added flavor and incorporate some chopped crispy bacon for extra fun!
- Mexi-Corn Casserole: Give your casserole a Southwestern flair by adding a can of diced green chilies, a sprinkle of taco seasoning, and a cup of shredded Mexican cheese blend.
- Even Lighter: Using your own cornbread mix recipe try swapping out the ¼ cup of sugar for stevia or any other granulated sugar replacement.
Tips and Tricks:
- Timing Matters: Serve the casserole fresh out of the oven for the best texture and flavor.
- Freezing: This casserole freezes well; just make sure to wrap in plastic wrap and then foil to ensure moisture and freshness.
- Boxed Jiffy Replacement: If your neighbors already bought up all the jiffy this year, no worries just make your own at home.
All you need for homemade jiffy mix is:
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- And you can cook the recipe as outlined for similar if not better results! 😉
Savor the goodness of our Weight Watchers friendly Jiffy Corn Casserole, a delightful dish that proves healthy eating is possible even during the holidays.
Weight Watchers Friendly Jiffy Corn Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 box Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix
- 1 can (15 oz) creamed corn
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup diced green onions
- 1/2 cup shredded low-fat cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix, creamed corn, whole kernel corn, Greek yogurt, eggs, applesauce, green onions, shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased baking dish.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the casserole is golden brown and set in the center.
- Allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
