Ultimate Slow Cooker Creamy Corn Delight
This delightful slow cooker recipe creates a rich and creamy corn side dish with minimal effort. Frozen corn is combined with a decadent mixture of cream cheese, butter, and seasonings, then slowly cooked to perfection.
Equipment
- Slow Cooker
- Large Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen whole kernel corn
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
- Fresh chives or parsley for garnish
- cayenne pepper for a spicy kick
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese for a cheesy upgrade
Instructions
Instructions
- Lightly grease the inside of your slow cooker with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the softened cream cheese, melted butter, sugar, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the milk or heavy cream until it is fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
- Add the frozen corn to the cream cheese mixture and stir gently to ensure all kernels are thoroughly coated.
- Optionally, stir in a pinch of cayenne pepper for spice or 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese for a cheesy variation.
- Transfer the entire mixture into your prepared slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 2-3 hours, or on HIGH for 1-1.5 hours, until hot and bubbly.
- During the last hour of cooking, stir occasionally to ensure even creaminess and prevent any sticking.
- The creamed corn is ready when it reaches a hot, bubbly, and thick consistency.
- Give the mixture a final stir before serving, and garnish with fresh chives or parsley if desired.
Notes
For an even richer flavor, consider using full-fat cream cheese and heavy cream. Adjust seasoning to taste, and feel free to experiment with other cheese varieties for the optional cheesy upgrade. This dish is perfect for potlucks or as a comforting side.