Honey Butter Skillet Corn

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This Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a total crowd-pleaser that tastes much more complex than its short ingredient list suggests. The honey caramelizes slightly against the corn kernels, while the cream cheese melts into a silky, savory glaze that binds everything together. It’s the perfect side dish for a holiday meal or a simple weeknight BBQ, offering a sweet-and-salty profile that kids (and adults) absolutely love.

Honey Butter Skillet Corn

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount
Frozen corn (16 oz bag)	1 lb
Butter (salted)	2 tablespoons
Honey	2 tablespoons
Cream cheese (cut into chunks)	2 oz
Salt	1/4 teaspoon
Black pepper	1/4 teaspoon

How To Make Honey Butter Skillet Corn:

Step 1: Melt and Sauté: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, combine the butter and honey. Once they are melted together and beginning to bubble, add the frozen corn. Cook for 5/8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is tender and heated through.

Step 2: Make it Creamy: Add the chunks of cream cheese, salt, and black pepper to the skillet.

Tip: Don’t worry if the cream cheese looks a little “clumpy” at first! Keep stirring over the heat for 3/5 minutes; it will eventually emulsify with the honey-butter to create a perfectly smooth, velvety sauce.

Step 3: Serve: Once the cream cheese is fully incorporated and the sauce is bubbling, remove from heat. Serve it immediately while it’s hot and creamy.

Pro Tips for Success

The Corn Choice: While any frozen corn works, a “Peaches and Cream” or Gold n’ White blend provides a beautiful color contrast and a natural sweetness that pairs perfectly with the honey.
Add a Little Kick: If you want to balance the sweetness, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or some red pepper flakes when you add the salt and pepper.
The “Char” Method: For extra depth, let the corn sit undisturbed in the butter-honey mixture for 2/3 minutes before stirring. This allows the sugars to slightly char the edges of the corn for a smoky, roasted flavor.