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Cheesy Zucchini Cornbread Casserole

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A warm, cheesy, and comforting cornbread casserole featuring zucchini and corn with a golden crust and gooey cheese interior. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or 1 cup milk with 1 tablespoon lemon juice, let sit 5 minutes)
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled (browned butter optional)
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
  • 1 medium zucchini, grated and gently squeezed to remove excess water
  • 1 cup fresh or canned corn kernels (drained if canned)
  • 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a grater. Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and squeeze out excess moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  4. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with buttermilk, melted butter, and honey until smooth. Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients and stir gently to combine.
  5. Fold in grated zucchini, corn kernels, shredded cheddar, shredded mozzarella, minced garlic, and smoked paprika. Mix just until combined.
  6. Pour batter evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Squeeze out excess moisture from zucchini to prevent sogginess. Avoid overmixing batter to keep texture tender. Grease baking dish well to prevent sticking. Tent with foil if top browns too fast. For crispier crust, bake in cast-iron skillet or place casserole on lower oven rack.

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