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the easiest most delicious way to make creamed corn - creamy cheesy corn, only 5 ingredients and one that even the pickiest eaters will love as a side for the holidays

How to Make the Best Creamy Cheesy Corn for the Holidays (Kid Approved!)

  • GFGluten-Free
  • VGVegetarian
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This quick and easy 5-ingredient creamy cheesy corn recipe combines sweet corn, butter, cream cheese, and a touch of smoked paprika for a rich, comforting side dish that’s perfect for holidays or family dinners. Ready in minutes and loved by kids and adults alike!
Servings: 6 -8
Prep Time: 3 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 cups sweet corn kernels, fresh, frozen, or canned; if frozen, thaw first
  • ½ stick butter
  • 8 oz cream cheese, cut into cubes
  • ½ cup cream , or half-and-half
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika , optional but adds great flavor
  • salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions

  • Melt the butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  • Add the corn: Stir in the corn and cook for 3–4 minutes until heated through.
  • Add cream cheese: Lower the heat and stir in the cream cheese cubes until melted and smooth.
  • Add cream and seasonings: Pour in the cream, smoked paprika (if using), salt, and pepper to taste. Stir until creamy and well combined.
  • Simmer: Let it cook for 2–3 minutes until thickened. Serve warm and watch it disappear!

Equipment

  • large pot

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 7gFat: 29gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 81mgSodium: 186mgPotassium: 302mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1469IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 1mg