Description
Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is an effortlessly delicious side dish that combines the sweetness of honey with the richness of butter in a creamy sauce that envelops each corn kernel. This one-skillet wonder is perfect for any occasion, from summer barbecues to Thanksgiving dinners, and can be prepared in just 25 minutes. Its delightful flavors are sure to impress your guests, making it a must-try recipe for your next meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until bubbly.
- Add corn and cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally until lightly golden.
- Stir in honey, salt, and black pepper; simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low and add heavy cream and cream cheese. Stir until thickened (2–3 minutes).
- Serve hot, garnished with black pepper or herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg