Description
This Easy Creamed Corn recipe is rich, creamy, and loaded with sweet corn flavor. Made with just a few ingredients in under 20 minutes, it’s a perfect side dish for holiday dinners or weeknight meals. Comforting, simple, and always a hit with the whole family.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned and drained)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup grated parmesan or cream cheese for extra richness
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Add cream, milk, and sugar. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Stir in corn and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 5–10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- If using, stir in parmesan or cream cheese until melted and creamy.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs or extra butter.
Notes
- Use frozen corn for convenience—no need to thaw first.
- For a smoother texture, blend part of the corn before adding.
- Add chopped jalapeños or herbs for a flavor twist.
- Leftovers reheat well and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: easy creamed corn, homemade creamed corn, creamy corn side dish, thanksgiving creamed corn, holiday corn recipe, sweet corn recipe, quick side dish, stovetop creamed corn