Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn Recipe
Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a rich and comforting side dish featuring sweet corn kernels sautéed in butter and honey, then simmered with creamy heavy cream and cream cheese. This easy stovetop recipe delivers a luscious, slightly caramelized flavor with a hint of sweetness and a smooth, velvety texture, perfect for pairing with a variety of meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 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 Seasoning
- Pinch of cayenne or smoked paprika for a little heat
Instructions
- Melt the butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat to get a rich base for cooking the corn.
- Cook the corn: Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to develop a lightly golden color around the edges, enhancing their sweetness and texture.
- Add honey and seasoning: Stir in the honey, salt, and black pepper, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 2 minutes so the honey slightly caramelizes with the butter, giving a deep, rich flavor to the corn.
- Incorporate cream and cream cheese: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Stir constantly until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce thickens, which should take about 2–3 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt or honey if desired.
- Serve: Serve the creamy honey butter corn hot directly from the skillet. Optionally, garnish with a sprinkle of black pepper or fresh herbs like parsley or chives for a fresh, colorful touch.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen corn kernels depending on availability; fresh corn yields the best natural sweetness.
- For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika during seasoning.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to blend smoothly and avoid lumps in the sauce.
- This recipe works wonderfully as a side for grilled meats, roasted chicken, or vegetarian dishes.
- Leftovers can be reheated gently on the stovetop to avoid curdling the cream sauce.
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