ByDonna Elick
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Crockpot Creamed Corn cooks away in your slow cooker while you do the rest of your holiday preparations! Tangy flavors and creamy textures blend together and bring the sweet corn to a silky, unbelievably delicate, and delicious finish. This truly is the best crockpot corn recipe — just take a look at the video at the bottom of the post to see how thick and luxurious it is!!
Crockpot Creamed Corn
There’s nothing like an easy creamed corn recipe you can throw in the slow cooker!
Juicy, tender kernels blend and simmer together for a sweet yet tangy taste and satin-like texture all on their own.
And it really is that easy! You just toss it all in and your job is done!
That is, until you’re faced with the task of serving this outstanding crock pot creamed corn without eating all of it first…
Recipe Video
To see us make this creamed corn crockpot recipe from start to finish, watch the video in this post!
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
- Cream Cheese – This makes slow cooker creamed corn tangy, thick, and (of course) creamy!
If cream cheese isn’t available, then you can compensate by adding 3 tablespoons or so of flour. But the flavor certainly won’t be as rich!
- Whole Milk & Heavy Cream – I like to use both for extra creaminess! Heavy cream can be left out if desired.
- Unsalted Butter – Salted butter is fine to use. Just leave out any additional salt and taste test to see if you need a bit more before serving.
That’s a good rule of thumb for seasonings in general!
- Frozen Corn – No need to thaw it first — just plop it right in!
- Granulated Sugar – Everyone varies on how sweet they like their crock pot creamed corn.
If 3 tablespoons seems to be too much for your sweet tooth, start with just 1 and gradually add more until it’s at a level you enjoy.
Crockpot Corn Recipe Tips and Tricks
- Frozen or Fresh?
Both fresh and frozen corn can be used in this crockpot corn recipe — but do not use canned.
You won’t get the same creamy consistency with the canned stuff!
- Spice Things Up
What’s sweet without a little heat? You can use a little extra black pepper or add a dash of cayenne pepper to the mix.
Hot sauce or even some chopped jalapenos will also make your crockpot creamed corn suitably spicy.
- Serving Straight From the Crockpot?
Nothing like keeping things in one dish! The slow cooker creamed corn will thicken as it keeps warm.
Just add a splash of milk if it starts to get too thick!
Southern Sides to Serve With Crock Pot Creamed Corn
As the winter season rolls around, don’t get stressed out by all the holiday meal planning!
While the main courses figure themselves out, you have plenty of easy Southern sides to choose from — and all of them go great with crockpot creamed corn!
Since we’re talking sweets, we can’t forget sweet potatoes.
A classic casserole always hits the spot, but consider opting for classy and unique sweet potato rounds with a touch of cheese and cranberry!
Then, of course, there’s the cornbread and the stuffing. Mac and cheese is good to include for the cheese lovers and youngsters at the table too.
Creamed Corn Crockpot FAQ
How do you make creamed corn thicker?
Cream corn with cream cheese is already pretty thick, and it continues to get thicker as it sits!
But if that still isn’t enough, and you want to make creamed corn in the crockpot even thicker, then you have a couple of options.
Flour – Always a good thickener, add a tablespoon at a time until desired thickness is achieved.
Cornstarch slurry – Mix 1-2 tablespoons of cornstarch with an equal amount of water. It’s the best option for a minimal impact on the flavor!
Have a blender or food processor?
Throw in a bit of cooked or thawed corn and blend until smooth. Add to crock pot creamed corn and mix it in!
Can you bake this creamed corn recipe in the oven?
Rather than using the oven, I’d recommend the stovetop as the best alternative.
Follow the same crockpot corn recipe, but add everything to a skillet and let it simmer! This method is quicker and takes just about 30 minutes.
What meat goes good with creamed corn?
Your usual holiday meats, including ham, roast beef, turkey, and chicken, can be served without worries — it all tastes wonderful alongside crockpot creamed corn!
Less seasonal beef options include meatloaf, steak, and smoked brisket.
Pork chops are another solid choice! Smoking, cast iron, and even air frying are among the preparation methods available to you.
Storing and Reheating Leftover Slow Cooker Creamed Corn
Wait until the corn cools to room temperature before chilling in an airtight container. It can be reheated and eaten within 5 days.
Or, you can freeze individual portions for up to 2 weeks! Let frozen cream corn thaw in the fridge before reheating.
The best way to reheat leftover slow cooker creamed corn is either on the stovetop or in the microwave.
In both instances, you can add a bit more milk or heavy cream to thin it out if it’s too thick.
Enjoy!
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Donna Elick
Crockpot Creamed Corn is a simple slow cooker recipe — a total time saver! Enjoy this silky sweet side treat with just 5 minutes of prep!
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 4 hours hrs
Total Time 4 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Method Slow Cooker
Servings 8
Equipment
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese, cut into pieces
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 4 tablespoons
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 32 ounces frozen corn
- black pepper, optional
Instructions
Add ingredients to your crockpot in the order listed. Stir to combine. Cover and cook on Low for 4 hours.
At about 3 hours, everything will come together. Continue to cook for the full 4 hours for the best results.
Stir to combine and if desired, add black pepper to taste.
Serve and enjoy!
Video
Donna’s Notes
- Creamed corn will thicken as it sits, you may wish to add a little milk if you would like it to stay in the slow cooker longer.
- Nutrition shown is for 1/2 cup of cream corn.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 347cal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 13g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 402mg | Sugar: 7g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 1mg
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
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Originally published November 2011, updated and republished October 2023
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