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Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn

Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn - Your New Favorite Side Dish

Discover the rich flavors of Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn in this quick and easy vegetarian side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Skillet Corn
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Feel free to use salted butter, just adjust the salt.
  • 4 cups Corn Kernels Fresh or frozen yields the best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Honey Can swap in maple syrup for a different twist.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked is recommended.
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese For a dairy-free option, try vegan cream cheese.
Optional Garnish
  • Fresh Herbs Like parsley or chives for flavor.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the skillet over medium-high heat and melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
  2. Add the corn kernels and sauté for 5-6 minutes until lightly golden and tender.
  3. Stir in 2 tablespoons of honey, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Lower the heat to medium-low and add ½ cup of heavy cream and 4 oz of softened cream cheese. Stir until the sauce thickens.
  5. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with black pepper or fresh herbs.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh corn and adjust seasoning to taste. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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