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Honey Butter Skillet Corn

A cozy, buttery corn dish with a delightful sweetness that brings warmth to any meal.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter Unsalted butter helps control salt
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp cream cheese
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Garnishes
  • chopped chives
  • red pepper flakes
  • smoked paprika
  • shredded Parmesan

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium heat until it warms evenly.
  2. Add the butter and let it melt until it sizzles and smells nutty.
  3. Add the corn and stir to coat, listening for a steady sizzle as caramelization starts.
  4. Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until some kernels show golden edges and smell toasted.
  5. Drizzle the honey and stir quickly so it bubbles and coats every kernel.
  6. Add small dollops of cream cheese around the skillet and stir; the heat will melt it into a silky sauce.
  7. Taste and season with salt and plenty of black pepper, adjusting honey if sweeter is desired.
  8. When the mixture looks glossy and slightly thickened, serve hot from the skillet with chosen garnishes.

Notes

Use frozen corn straight from the bag; no thaw needed, just add a minute to cook time. If the skillet gets too hot and butter smokes, lower the heat and wipe out burnt bits with a paper towel. For a bright, fresh flavor, stir in chopped cilantro and lime.