Crock Pot Creamed Corn
Frozen corn cooks with butter, cream cheese, milk and a jalapeno into a thick, sweet side. Cheddar melts in at the end.
Crock Pot Creamed Corn
Course: Main CourseDifficulty: Easy8
servings15
minutes3
hoursFrozen corn cooks with butter, cream cheese, milk and a jalapeno into a thick, sweet side. Cheddar melts in at the end.
Ingredients
1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 jalapeno, seeded and diced
2 lb frozen corn
1/2 cup milk
4 ounces cream cheese, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 cup shredded cheddar
Crumbled cooked bacon, for the top
Directions
- Put the butter, jalapeno and frozen corn in the slow cooker. Stir to mix.
- Pour in the milk and scatter the cream cheese cubes on top.
- Add the salt, pepper and garlic powder.
- Cover and cook on LOW for 3 to 4 hours, or on HIGH for 2 to 3 hours.
- Stir the corn once halfway through to help the cream cheese melt.
- Stir in the cheddar at the end and cover for 10 minutes until it melts.
- Snip the cooked bacon into small bits with kitchen shears and sprinkle it on top.
- Taste and adjust the salt before serving.
Notes
- Skip the jalapeno for a milder dish. Leftovers keep 4 days in the fridge. Reheat with a splash of milk.
What makes slow cooker creamed corn so easy
Frozen corn needs no thawing and cooks into a thick, creamy side while you handle everything else. Cream cheese melts into the milk and turns glossy, so the dish needs no flour or roux.
The jalapeño adds a faint kick, not real heat, once the seeds are out.
Serving ideas and a swap
It sits well beside ham, fried chicken or smoked brisket. It is a good holiday side because it frees up the stove. Fresh corn cut off the cob works for frozen, but use about the same volume.
Do not swap in fat-free cream cheese. It does not melt smoothly.
Common mistake and reheating
Skipping the halfway stir leaves clumps of cream cheese on top. One stir fixes that.
Reheat on the stove over low heat or in a covered dish in the microwave, stirring partway through. The sauce tightens in the fridge and needs a little milk to loosen.
Making it your own
Crumbled bacon adds a smoky, salty contrast. A pinch of smoked paprika gives similar depth for a vegetarian table. Taste before serving, because cheddar and bacon both bring salt. A small spoon of chopped chives on top adds color.
Crock Pot Creamed Corn at a glance
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 3 hours
- Servings: 8 servings
- Ingredients: 10, led by butter, jalapeno, frozen corn, milk
Tips for Crock Pot Creamed Corn
Skip the jalapeno for a milder dish. Leftovers keep 4 days in the fridge. Reheat with a splash of milk.
Crock Pot Creamed Corn FAQ
How long does Crock Pot Creamed Corn take?
Crock Pot Creamed Corn takes 3 hours of cooking after 15 minutes of prep.
How many people does Crock Pot Creamed Corn serve?
This recipe makes 8 servings.
What do I need to make Crock Pot Creamed Corn?
10 ingredients, led by butter, jalapeno, frozen corn, milk. Amounts are in the recipe card above.
Part of: 28 Easy Crockpot Recipes for Cozy Fall Nights
