Description
Creamy Honey Butter Skillet Corn is a quick and delicious side dish featuring sweet corn kernels sautéed in butter, then simmered with heavy cream and honey to create a rich, velvety texture. Topped with cracked black pepper and fresh thyme, this comforting skillet corn adds a sweet and savory touch to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Salt to taste
Garnish
- Cracked black pepper (for garnish)
- Fresh thyme (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the butter: Place a large skillet over medium heat and add the butter, allowing it to melt completely without browning.
- Sauté the corn: Add the corn kernels to the melted butter and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn softens and develops a slight golden color.
- Add cream and honey: Pour in the heavy cream and honey, stirring the mixture thoroughly to combine all the ingredients evenly.
- Simmer to thicken: Reduce the heat slightly and let the mixture simmer for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Season the dish: Add salt to taste and remove the skillet from the heat once the desired consistency is reached.
- Garnish and serve: Sprinkle cracked black pepper and fresh thyme on top before serving to enhance flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can use fresh, frozen, or canned corn kernels based on availability.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk, although the texture will be less creamy.
- Adjust the honey amount according to your preferred level of sweetness.
- If fresh thyme is unavailable, dried thyme can be used but add less to avoid overpowering the flavor.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats, roasted vegetables, or as a comforting standalone side.
