Here’s a detailed, easy Honey Butter Skillet Corn recipe It’s a popular sweet-and-savory side dish and comes together fast.
Honey Butter Skillet Corn
Ingredients
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4 cups corn kernels (frozen, canned drained, or fresh)
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3 tablespoons butter
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened (optional but recommended)
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¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
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¼ teaspoon black pepper (optional)
Optional add-ins
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Pinch of paprika or chili powder
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1 tablespoon milk or cream (for extra creaminess)
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Chopped parsley for garnish
Directions
1. Heat the Skillet
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Place a large skillet over medium heat.
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Add the butter and let it melt completely.
2. Cook the Corn
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Add the corn directly to the melted butter.
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Stir well so the corn is coated.
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Cook for 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is heated through and slightly golden.
3. Add Honey
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Drizzle the honey over the corn.
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Stir to evenly coat all the kernels.
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Cook for 1–2 minutes so the honey warms and blends with the butter.
4. Make It Creamy (Optional but Popular)
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Add the cream cheese to the skillet.
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Stir gently until it melts and coats the corn evenly.
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If needed, add 1 tablespoon milk or cream to loosen the sauce.
5. Season
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Sprinkle in salt and pepper.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
6. Serve
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Remove from heat.
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Serve warm straight from the skillet.
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Garnish with parsley if desired.
Tips
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If using frozen corn, no need to thaw first.
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For a deeper flavor, let the corn sit undisturbed for a minute or two to lightly caramelize.
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Double the recipe easily for family meals or gatherings.