Description
Creamy, dreamy, and utterly delightful, this easy cream corn recipe is a nostalgic side dish that brings warmth to any gathering. Bursting with sweet flavor and buttery richness, it’s the perfect complement to holiday feasts or cozy family dinners. With minimal effort, you’ll create a comforting classic that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 ears of fresh corn, kernels removed
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Chives or parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- 1. Shuck the corn and remove silk strands; rinse and pat dry.
- 2. Stand each ear upright in a bowl and cut downward with a sharp knife to release kernels.
- 3. In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter until bubbly.
- 4. Add corn kernels and heavy cream, stirring until coated.
- 5. Season with sugar, salt, and pepper; simmer on low for 10-15 minutes until thickened.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg