Creamy Holiday Corn

Bring the cozy flavors of the season to your table with this irresistibly rich and comforting Creamy Holiday Corn. Made with tender corn kernels smothered in a decadent sauce of cream cheese, butter, and heavy cream, this easy-to-make side dish delivers a luscious balance of sweetness and savory perfection with just a touch of sugar and spice. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive gathering, this 30-minute recipe is a crowd-pleaser that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or holiday casseroles. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of color and flavor, and watch as this velvety dish quickly becomes the star of your holiday spread!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

If using frozen corn, thaw completely. If using canned corn, drain and rinse well. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter until bubbling.

Step 3

Add the softened cream cheese to the saucepan and whisk continuously until smooth and combined with the butter.

Step 4

Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking to create a thick, creamy sauce.

Step 5

Stir in granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.

Step 6

Add the corn kernels to the saucepan and stir until the corn is well coated in the creamy sauce.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the corn mixture simmer for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more salt or pepper to preference.

Step 9

Transfer the Creamy Holiday Corn to a serving dish and garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy this comforting, festive side dish!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1202.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2143.9

Total Fat 153.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 87.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 427.5mg	0%
Sodium 2932.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 172.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.9g	0%
Total Sugars 66.6g
Protein 33.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.1mg	0%
Iron 5.0mg	0%
Potassium 2303.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.7%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 31.3%