Description
Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a delightful side dish that brings together the sweet essence of honey and the rich goodness of butter, all enveloped around tender corn kernels. This one-skillet recipe is not only quick to prepare—taking just 25 minutes—but also incredibly versatile, making it an excellent addition to family dinners, holiday feasts, or barbecues. The creamy texture combined with a touch of sweetness creates a dish that is sure to impress, leaving everyone at the table asking for seconds. With minimal cleanup and customizable flavor options, this creamy corn is as practical as it is delicious.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups frozen or fresh corn kernels
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp honey
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp cream cheese, softened
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter until bubbly.
- Add the corn kernels and cook for 5–6 minutes until lightly golden.
- Stir in honey, salt, and black pepper, simmering for about 2 minutes.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and mix in heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Stir until fully melted and sauce thickens (about 2–3 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with black pepper or fresh herbs like parsley or chives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg