An easy, Southern Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese made fast on the stovetop with milk, and fresh or frozen corn. The perfect potluck side dish for family gatherings, holidays, and BBQ's!
Other popular corn side dishes you might like include Corn Soufflé and Cream Corn Casserole!
Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese is a classic Southern side dish that pairs well with just about any meal on any occasion. Both the grown-ups and the kids love this sweet and savory dish. It's made up of sweet yellow corn kernels smothered in a creamy, velvety sauce comprised of cream cheese, butter, and milk.
This recipe is shockingly easy, and far exceeds anything you could ever find in a can. In fact, chances are, you’ll find this Creamed Corn recipe far superior to any restaurant rendition as well!
CREAMED CORN WITH CREAM CHEESE INGREDIENTS
To make life easier on yourself when preparing creamed corn, start with frozen or canned corn. You could also use fresh corn if you're into overachieving.
Next comes the cream cheese. Cream cheese not only gives your creamed corn sauce that luscious, creamy texture, it also keeps your milk from curdling. Necessity. Next on the list is butter and milk.
All you need as far as seasoning goes for your Creamed Corn is a little sugar, salt, and pepper. So just to recap...
- Canned or Frozen Corn
- Cream Cheese
- Butter
- Milk
- Sugar
- Salt and Pepper
It's a simple recipe that doesn't require much but delivers in a very big way when it comes to both flavor and texture. You have seriously never had Creamed Corn this good.
HOW TO MAKE EASY CREAMED CORN WITH CREAM CHEESE
- Melt the butter and cream cheese together.
- Add the milk, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Add the corn and simmer.
- Transfer half of mixture to blender or food processor and pulse.
- Return to saucepan, stir and serve!
Creamed corn with cream cheese begins on the stovetop with a sauce made from butter, cream cheese, and milk. To season the creamy sauce, sugar, salt, and pepper are added, then in go the corn kernels.
The mixture bubbles away at a low simmer until slightly thickened. About half of the mixture goes into a food processor or blender and is pulsed just a few times to break down the kernels. We are not looking to make a puree here, so easy on those buttons, peeps. The broken down kernels go back into the saucepan, it's mixed together, and you're ready to eat the best-creamed corn ever.
If this is your kind of recipe, try our cream corn soup next!
STORING YOUR CREAMED CORN
Homemade Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese will stay good in your refrigerator for up to 4 days. You can easily make this dish ahead if needed, and take comfort in knowing it reheats beautifully.
However, do not attempt to freeze Creamed Corn. While corn itself freezes fine, the sauce may not. It consists mostly of dairy, and items containing a fair amount of dairy will often separate if frozen and then reheated.
It's an easy homemade creamed corn with cream cheese that most definitely beats the pants off the canned stuff and rivals even the best BBQ joint renditions. Serve as a spruced-up side to any comfort food dinner, family holiday, or prepare a batch for your next BBQ and watch your guests swoon!
IN CASE YOU WERE WONDERING...
Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese is gluten-free. The corn itself may have some nutritional value, but the dish overall is not necessarily a “diet-friendly” dish. I mean, we are talking about a sauce consisting mostly of cream cheese and butter here, guys. It's kind of why we love it so much. This dish is meant to be decadent and creamy, and everything a Southern side dish should be.
5 MORE SOUTHERN SIDES YOU'LL LOVE
- Creamed Corn Casserole is everything you would expect in creamed corn, only in casserole form! A smooth and creamy creamed corn base with a melty topping of Cheddar cheese and crunchy, buttery Ritz Crackers on top.
- Old-Fashioned Cornbread Dressing is full of flavor and loaded with the perfect mixture of sweet cornbread, white bakery bread, and fresh herbs. It always bakes up moist and is a total crowd-pleaser!
- Twice Baked Potatoes with cream cheese, Cheddar, and bacon are make-ahead and perfect for entertaining!
- Yellow Squash Casserole is a sweet and savory casserole that comes together quickly and bakes up beautifully! It features squash, cheese, and Ritz crackers.
- Green Bean Casserole with Cheese is a side dish no holiday could be complete without! It's made up of freshly cooked green beans smothered in a simple homemade cream of mushroom sauce, topped with Cheddar cheese and French fried onions.
Creamed Corn with Cream Cheese
Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- 1 (8 ounce) package of cream cheese room temperature, cut into chunks
- 2 cups whole milk warmed
- 4 teaspoons granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ½ cups frozen corn thawed (or canned corn, drained)
Instructions
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the cream cheese and the milk, and stir often until the creamed cheese has melted, 6-8 minutes. Add in the sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Add the corn, reduce the heat to maintain a simmer, and allow to simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the mixture has thickened slightly. Stir often, and do not allow the mixture to boil
- Ladle 2 cups of the creamed corn into a blender or food processor and pulse 2-3 times. Pour back into the pan, stir and serve immediately.
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Cheese Curd In Paradise says
This looks delicious. I would love to make this side dish to serve with grilled BBQ chicken and some grilled summer squash or zucchini! I can't wait to try it!
Jacqueline Debono says
This creamed corn looks and sounds delicious. Going to pin this recipe for later. It will be perfect for our next BBQ.
Amanda says
This is your ultimate comfort side dish! The creamy sauce is so luscious, but at the same time it's not too heavy -- just perfect. Thanks for sharing another great recipe!
April says
Time for some Southern creamed corn! Always glad to try out other creamed corn recipes! Can't wait to this one, hopefully this weekend!
Rebecca Blackwell says
You know, having been scarred for life after eating nasty canned creamed corn as a child, I've only recently learned that I actually like creamed corn - if it's homemade! This version looks so delicious that I'm going to add it to our 4th of July menu next week. It will make the perfect addition! Thank you for sharing!
Lori says
Corn "casseroles" like this are such a timeless classic and the fact that you added cream cheese too just adds to the decadence! So loving this!
Jacquelyn Hastert says
I love that these can be made with fresh or frozen corn. The addition of cream cheese really makes them extra creamy. I can't wait to give this recipe a try!
Paula Montenegro says
I can eat corn every day. I never use cream cheese, but you bet I'm giving this recipe a try!
Elaine Benoit says
I haven't had creamed corn in forever. I think I was in my late teens the last time I had it. Why? Because my grandmother made the best! It looks very similar to your recipe so I have got to make this as it looks delicious!
Kelly Anthony says
Aw, thank you, Elaine!
Leslie says
My mouth is watering just looking at this recipe! I love cream corn! Thanks for sharing!
Danielle says
Fabulous dish to celebrate the coming holiday. It is easy, delicious and just what everybody needs. Thanks a lot for sharing a great way to make it - yum!
Michelle says
I've never tried creamed corn, it's definitely not something you see this side of the Atlantic. But I'm definitely up for trying this it looks delicious!
Aleta says
Corn is my absolute favourite vegetable yet, believe it or not, I have never had creamed corn. I love that this delicious looking side is loaded with cream cheese too. Such a good idea, I bet my family is going to go crazy over it!
Tammy says
Creamed corn is a must for our barbecues! It's one of my favorites too...this looks absolutely delish! 😀
Amanda Mason says
I am from the south and you nailed this recipe! Delish! Also loving that you listed other southern recipes here in this post! I'll be trying those!
Michele says
I haven't had creamed corn in ages. This recipe sounds fantastic! I've never made it from scratch. I bet it tastes to die for. Will definitely be trying this. 😀
Nicole says
Fantastic. Family loved it. Added some onion and other seasonings for my own touch. Didn’t need any extras tho. Prefect recipes as is.
Kelly Anthony says
Thank you so much, Nicole! So glad y'all enjoyed it 🙂
Julie says
I had some creamed corn at a restaurant that used mascarpone, would that be an ok substitute for the cream cheese? I absolutely loved it and am trying to find a recipe that would be similar. I think they used heavy cream as well.
Kelly Anthony says
I'm not sure if the Marscapone would break at a simmer or not. I would think if you left out the cream cheese, subbed in the cream for milk, proceeded with the recipe as directed from there, and THEN stirred in the mascarpone at the end, it might just work 😉 Enjoy!
Gloria | Homemade & Yummy says
I think this would make a GREAT dip. Corn season is here, and this is a great way to enjoy it. I know my family would love this!!
Dennis says
Yum! This creamed corn is really mouth-watering! Perfect to have this while having BBQ with your family and friends!
Michelle says
I just wanted to pop back and let you know that we made this for a family bbq recently and it was amazing! Thanks for sharing this x
Kate says
This looks so creamy and delicious! I've never thought about adding cream cheese to creamed corn but it sounds amazing, I will have to try it!
Jo says
What a great dip! The dish looks amazing, creamy and so tempting. I'm sure my family would love this, gonna make it soon.
Sara says
This is so good! We are from KC, and cheesy creamed corn is one of our favorite BBQ sides to order. We throw just a little bit of smoked ham in ours, like they do at one of our favorite BBQ restaurants, and it's SO good! Your recipe is so easy and perfect!
Amy says
This is such an easy recipe -- yet so delicious! Sometimes simple classics really are the best! I can't wait to bring this as a side dish to potlucks and family picnics!
Nicole says
Mmmm. THis looks so good. I love corn dishes because sweet corn is one of my favorite things ever!
Charity says
This looks so good! I grew up with canned creamed corn, but as an adult, I make almost everything from scratch. Will have to try this and see if it lives up to my memories, Hoping it will surpass them!
Natalie says
My kiddo will LOVE this! He's a such a lover of corn and the melted cheese. I can't really wait to make him this. I bet he will be surprised. Thanks for sharing!
Daniela says
Whoa really intrigued by the cream cheese in your cream corn recipe! Def inspired to try it!!!
Laura says
My husband loves creamed corn! I can't wait to serve this at my next family BBQ!
Renu says
That cream cheese sauce with corn looks so creamier and with the melt in the mouth texture. I am sure my kids would love it. I love the fact that it can be stored upto 4 days in fridge, it is so handy at times.
Jacqui Debono says
As it starts to get slightly cooler, this is a perfect recipe for dinner! The kids love corn, so always a winner! A great one to take to family get togethers too!
Erika says
What a fabulous recipe. I love that is can be used for a side dish as well. It's the perfect potluck dish!
Karyl Henry says
Now this is a side dish I can definitely get behind! I like that you can use either fresh or frozen corn interchangeably. In the summer I would definitely use fresh sweet corn. I'm so adding this to my must-make list
Linda says
Creamed corn is my favorite and this is a recipe I should try next. Never thought of adding cream cheese to this and I bet it tastes fabulous!
Sophie says
Creamed corn looks so good. That cheesy corn is a family favorite. Thanks for the recipe.
Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says
I have never tried creamed corn. I guess it hasn't reached Canada yet. I am definitely curious now 🙂
Lathiya says
My son loves corn. This dish looks perfect to try other than corn in the cob. It looks so creamy and delicious.
Desirae Lamb-Valero says
When do you put the butter in?
Alison says
This creamed corn recipe is decadent and delicious. Tastes great as a side dish at a BBQ!
Sharon says
Skip the canned creamed corn in the grocery store and make your own at home that tastes a million times better! So creamy and delicious.
Sisley White says
I need BBQ season to start so I can make this. A great sharing dish.
Mirlene says
Such a fantastic recipe. I'm always on the lookout for cream corn recipes. Looking forward to trying this one.
Jayne says
I love creamed corn. Reminds me of my mothers kitchen. This is a great recipe/
Jane says
Just throw everything in the pot at once, heat until all is melted, throw a lid on it and serve when ready. I use 1 can of corn a half pack of cream cheese a tablespoon of butter and salt&pepper. Nothing fancy.
This is amazing. My mom made it for us growing up. One of my favorite sides. I’ll never understand how it takes anyone longer than 5-10 to make this.
Waniece Bull says
my aunt (who has been gone for years) used to make creamed corn with cream cheese and I, nor anyone I contacted, did not have her recipe. We all loved it. This sounds very much like hers. I am so happy to finally find a recipe for it. Will be sure to try it.
Paul says
I've made this a few times and now it is a family requirement for big dinners. I didn't change anything in the recipe, but I did add a crust made out of 50/50 panko bread crumbs & Parmesan Reggiano, and enough olive oil to wet the mixture. Spread it on top and broil it until it is golden brown.