Description
Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a quick and delicious side dish that turns frozen corn into something special with the help of creamy butter, sweet honey, and a touch of cream cheese. Ready in just minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy nights or festive occasions, bringing classic comfort and irresistible flavor to the table.
Ingredients
Corn Base
- 2 tablespoons butter (salted preferred)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 bag (16 oz) frozen corn
Creamy Mix-Ins
- 2 ounces cream cheese, cut into chunks
Seasonings
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Melt Butter and Honey: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the butter and honey. Allow them to melt together fully, stirring occasionally to combine and prevent burning.
- Add and Cook Corn: Once the butter and honey are melted and bubbling, add the frozen corn directly to the skillet. Stir well to coat all the kernels. Cook for 5-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is heated through and tender.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese and Seasonings: Add the cream cheese chunks to the warm corn mixture, along with the salt and black pepper. Stir gently, allowing the cream cheese to melt and blend evenly through the corn. Continue to cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring often, until the mixture is creamy and fully combined.
- Serve: Transfer the finished honey butter skillet corn to a serving dish, and enjoy immediately as a savory-sweet side. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Notes
- This recipe yields about 6 side dish servings, but you may get up to 8 servings if you’re feeding small children.
- Any variety of frozen corn works well, though gold n’ white corn is especially tasty.
- Be sure to use a 16 oz (1 lb) bag for accurate results and proper sauce consistency.
- Leftovers reheat easily in the microwave or in a skillet over low heat.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
- Calories: 161kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
