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Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn Recipe

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Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a sweet and velvety side dish featuring tender corn kernels cooked in a rich sauce made from butter, heavy cream, cream cheese, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. This easy skillet recipe blends buttery richness with a hint of spice, making it a perfect complement to any meal.

Ingredients

For the Sauce

  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter (can substitute with margarine for dairy-free)
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream (can substitute with coconut cream for non-dairy)
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese (use vegan cream cheese for plant-based option)

For the Corn

  • 4 cups Corn Kernels (fresh or frozen preferred; canned corn drained and rinsed if used)

For Sweetness and Spice

  • 1/4 cup Honey (maple syrup as a vegan alternative)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (white pepper for milder flavor)

Instructions

  1. Melt Butter: Melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally to prevent browning. This should take about 2 minutes.
  2. Cook Corn: Add the corn kernels to the skillet. Stir occasionally, cooking for 5-6 minutes until the kernels are lightly golden and tender.
  3. Add Sweetness and Seasoning: Drizzle in the honey along with salt and black pepper, stirring to combine. Allow to simmer for about 2 minutes to blend the flavors.
  4. Add Cream and Cream Cheese: Lower the heat to medium-low and add the heavy cream and softened cream cheese. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until the cream cheese melts completely and the sauce thickens to a creamy consistency.
  5. Serve: Transfer to a warm dish and garnish with additional pepper or fresh herbs if desired. Serve hot as a delicious side dish.

Notes

  • For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with margarine, heavy cream with coconut cream, and use vegan cream cheese and maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Fresh or frozen corn kernels provide the best texture; canned corn should be drained and rinsed well.
  • Adjust the salt and honey amounts to suit your taste preferences.
  • Garnish with fresh herbs such as parsley or chives for added freshness.

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