Description
Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a quick and delicious side dish featuring sweet corn cooked in a buttery skillet sauce with honey and cream cheese, seasoned perfectly with salt and pepper. This creamy, slightly sweet corn recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and is perfect for complementing a variety of meals.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 cups corn (frozen, canned, or fresh)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Melt Butter: Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it becomes bubbly, which helps release its flavor and prepares it for cooking the corn.
- Add Corn: Add the corn directly to the skillet (no need to thaw if frozen) and stir thoroughly to coat all the kernels with the melted butter.
- Add Honey: Drizzle honey over the corn and stir well to distribute the sweetness evenly throughout the dish.
- Add Cream Cheese: Incorporate the cream cheese into the skillet and stir continuously until it melts completely, creating a creamy texture that envelopes the corn.
- Season: Sprinkle salt and pepper into the skillet, adjusting to your taste preference, enhancing the overall flavor of the dish.
- Simmer: Let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow flavors to meld together.
- Serve: Serve the honey butter corn warm, optionally garnished with paprika or fresh parsley for added color and flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh, frozen, or canned corn based on availability; no thawing is required for frozen corn.
- Adjust honey quantity to make it sweeter or less sweet according to your preference.
- For a dairy-free version, substitute butter and cream cheese with plant-based alternatives.
- Garnishing with paprika or parsley adds a nice visual contrast and slight flavor enhancement.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats, barbecue, or as a comforting standalone side.
