Creating Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese is a breeze! Follow these simple steps:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 2-quart baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
3. Mix Cream Cheese: In a mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Mix until smooth and creamy.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Gradually incorporate the milk and melted butter into the cream cheese mixture. Mix well until everything is combined.
5. Add Dry Ingredients: Stir in the cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until all ingredients are integrated.
6. Incorporate Corn: Gently fold in the sweet corn, ensuring it’s evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
7. Optional Cheese: If you’re using shredded cheddar cheese, fold it in at this point.
8. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
9. Bake: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 45-50 minutes. The top should be golden brown and set in the center.
10. Cool Slightly: Once baked, allow the casserole to cool for about 10-15 minutes before serving.

Following these instructions will help you create an incredible Corn Casserole with Cream Cheese that is sure to impress everyone at your table!