Description
<p>Easy Creamed Corn is a buttery, sweet, and comforting side dish perfect for any family dinner or holiday table. It’s incredibly simple to make and tastes like home in every bite. Creamy, cozy, and quick, this is the kind of dish that turns everyday meals into something memorable.</p>
Ingredients
4–5 ears of fresh sweet corn (or 4 cups frozen corn)
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp sugar
Salt and black pepper to taste
Optional: diced onions, minced garlic, fresh herbs like thyme or basil
Instructions
1. Shuck the corn and slice the kernels off the cob. If using frozen corn, thaw and measure 4 cups.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onions or garlic if using and sauté for 3–4 minutes until soft.
3. Add the corn and stir well to coat with the butter. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4. Pour in the heavy cream, add sugar, and season with salt. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle simmer.
5. Let the mixture cook for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
6. Season with black pepper, adjust salt and sugar to taste, and finish with a pat of butter or fresh herbs if desired.
7. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
You can substitute heavy cream with coconut cream or cashew cream for a dairy-free version that still tastes rich and smooth.
Frozen corn works well when fresh isn’t available, just be sure to thaw it first for even cooking.
This dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats, holiday roasts, or even served as part of a vegetarian dinner.
Add a sprinkle of Parmesan or a handful of chopped fresh basil before serving for extra depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: easy creamed corn, creamy corn side dish, corn with butter