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Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a deliciously sweet and savory side dish featuring tender corn kernels cooked in rich butter, honey, cream, and cream cheese. This quick skillet recipe offers a luscious creamy texture with a hint of caramelized honey flavor, perfect for complementing any meal.
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Ingredients
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 Ingredients
pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika
Instructions
Melt Butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium-high heat to create a rich base for cooking the corn.
Cook Corn: Add the corn kernels to the skillet and cook for 6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they start to turn lightly golden around the edges, enhancing their natural sweetness.
Add Honey and Seasoning: Stir in the honey, salt, and black pepper, then let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes so the honey slightly caramelizes with the butter, adding a deep, rich flavor.
Add Cream and Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream along with the softened cream cheese. Stir constantly until the cream cheese melts and the sauce thickens, about 3 minutes.
Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the corn and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or honey if desired. Serve the corn hot directly from the skillet and garnish with a sprinkle of black pepper or fresh herbs such as parsley or chives for a beautiful finish.
Notes
Use fresh corn when in season for the best flavor, but frozen corn works perfectly year-round.
For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or smoked paprika along with the seasoning.
Softened cream cheese blends easier into the hot skillet, ensuring a smooth creamy sauce.
If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more cream to reach desired consistency.
This dish pairs well with grilled meats, roasted chicken, or as a standalone vegetarian side.
