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Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn

Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn: Sweet, Savory Bliss in 25 Minutes

Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a delicious side dish that enhances any meal with sweet and savory flavors, ready in just 25 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter For a saltier taste, you can use salted butter.
  • ½ cup heavy cream Half-and-half works as a lighter alternative.
  • 4 ounces cream cheese Opt for a lighter version to reduce calories.
For the Corn
  • 3 cups corn kernels Fresh or frozen corn is perfect, but canned corn can be used if drained and rinsed.
  • ¼ cup honey Consider maple syrup for a unique flavor twist.
For Seasoning
  • to taste salt Enhances overall flavors; adjust according to personal preferences.
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper Cayenne pepper can replace black pepper for a spicier kick.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large skillet, melt 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium-high heat for about 2-3 minutes until bubbly and fragrant.
  2. Add 3 cups of corn kernels to the skillet, stirring well to coat them in the melted butter. Sauté for 5-6 minutes until lightly golden and heated through.
  3. Stir in ¼ cup of honey, a pinch of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper. Let the mixture simmer for 2 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low, and add in ½ cup of heavy cream and 4 ounces of cream cheese. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until thickened.
  5. Remove from heat and serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of black pepper or fresh herbs like parsley or chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use fresh or frozen corn for the best texture; serve immediately for optimal flavor.

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