Slow Cooker Amish Corn Noodles
Bring the cozy flavors of Amish and Midwestern cooking to your table with this slow cooker Amish corn noodles recipe. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, it’s a creamy, buttery, and slightly sweet casserole perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or holiday sides. This dish is naturally comforting, easy to prepare, and holds beautifully in a slow cooker while staying warm and creamy.
Ingredients
- 12 oz wide egg noodles (dry)
- 1 can (15 oz) whole kernel sweet corn, drained
- 1 can (14.75–15 oz) creamed corn
- 1/2 cup (1 stick/113 g) unsalted butter, melted, plus more for greasing
Directions
- Prep the slow cooker: Lightly grease a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker with butter to prevent sticking and encourage golden edges.
- Layer noodles: Spread the dry egg noodles evenly on the bottom of the slow cooker. No pre-boiling required.
- Mix corn: In a medium bowl, combine the drained whole kernel corn with creamed corn. This will serve as the creamy sauce for the noodles.
- Combine: Pour the corn mixture over the noodles, gently pressing down with a spoon so most noodles are covered. Drizzle melted butter evenly on top.
- Cook: Cover and cook on LOW for 3–4 hours, until noodles are tender and edges are bubbling. Avoid lifting the lid in the first 2 hours to retain moisture.
- Finish: Gently fold noodles to coat in creamy sauce. For golden edges, let sit on WARM for up to 30 minutes. Optional: drizzle extra butter before serving.
- Serve: Scoop directly from the slow cooker. Perfect alongside roasted meats, grilled chicken, or a fresh green salad.
Tips & Variations
- Extra creamy: Add 1/4–1/3 cup milk or half-and-half for a richer sauce.
- Savory seasoning: Sprinkle 1 tsp kosher salt and fresh black pepper into the corn mixture.
- Sweet twist: Use extra-sweet corn or a teaspoon of honey for a slightly dessert-like flavor.
- Texture contrast: Stir in crushed butter crackers just before serving for a subtle crunch.
- Make-ahead: Refrigerate leftovers and gently reheat in the slow cooker or oven with a splash of milk.
Benefits
- Quick & simple: Only 4 main ingredients and minimal prep make this ideal for busy weeknights.
- Family-friendly: Mildly sweet and creamy, loved by kids and adults alike.
- Potluck-ready: Holds well in the slow cooker for gatherings, allowing hands-free prep.
- Nutritious boost: Corn provides fiber and essential vitamins while keeping the dish naturally gluten-friendly if using gluten-free noodles.
