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    Creamed Corn with Bacon

    Published: Mar 31, 2023 by Melissa Stadler · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.

    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.

    We are self-proclaimed creamed corn connoisseurs in our family. We eat it at every single Thanksgiving and Easter dinner and it has been a long-standing tradition in our family.

    If I were to ask my kids, what is their favorite side dish ever, I am confident they will say homemade creamed corn.

    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.

    I have shared my popular traditional creamed corn recipe and also a new twist with my Southwest Creamed Corn Recipe with jalapenos, red onion, and pepper jack cheese. Now I am introducing my Bacon Creamed Corn Recipe...because everything is better with bacon!

    You can pair this with a simple grilled chicken or a juicy tri-tip steak or even smoked turkey breast. The options are limitless!

    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.

    Ingredients

    This is such an easy creamed corn recipe, using only simple ingredients. Since the star ingredient is corn, you can use freshly husked corn cut off the cob or frozen corn.

    • Corn -- I would suggest using fresh corn or frozen corn for this recipe. Since frozen corn is picked at peak freshness, it is a great alternative to fresh corn and can be found year-round. I prefer to use white corn but you can use any type.
    • Butter -- use salted butter for the most flavor.
    • Heavy Cream -- this is what gives it the rich creaminess.
    • Flour -- helps to thicken the creamed corn. If you want this to be gluten-free, you can use cornstarch instead.
    • Salt -- this is the flavor enhancer so add more as needed.
    • Sugar -- adds a touch of sweetness to the corn to balance out the saltiness from the bacon and cheese.
    • Red Onion -- this is optional but adds another depth of flavor.
    • Cheddar Cheese -- use your favorite type of cheddar cheese from mild to sharp or Colby Jack Cheese. You can use any type of cheese in this easy homemade creamed corn recipe.
    • Bacon -- everything is better with bacon! You can cook it in the oven or in a skillet until perfectly crispy. Add half of the bacon into the creamed corn and the rest for topping the cream corn.

    See recipe card for quantities.

    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.

    Instructions

    This is a quick and easy creamed corn recipe and takes less than 30 minutes, start to finish.

    1. Start by cooking the frozen corn, according to package instructions. If using fresh corn, cook the corn and then cut it off of the cob. Make sure to drain off any extra liquid.
    2. While corn is cooking, cook bacon in a skillet or oven until perfectly crispy. If cooking in the oven, heat the oven to 400 degrees and cook for about 20 minutes. Set aside to drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Cut into small bite-size pieces.
    3. In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. If using red onion, add it now and cook until tender, about 5-6 minutes.
    4. Remove from heat and stir in flour to make a paste. You want to have your ingredients all ready so you can quickly add them in. Stir in the corn and stir together to coat the corn.
    5. Add heavy cream, salt, and sugar. Place back on the medium-low heat and cook until it starts to thicken, about 10-14 minutes. May want to reduce to low heat. Stir often!
    6. Add the cheese, a small amount at a time, before adding more cheese to allow it to melt. Taste for seasonings and add more salt as needed. Stir in half of the bacon, reserving the other half to sprinkle on the top of the creamed corn when ready to serve.
    7. If you want to add a little more touch of sweetness, drizzle with some spicy hot honey.

    Hint: if you are cooking the bacon in the oven, I suggest placing aluminum foil on the baking sheet to keep the bacon from sticking to the pan and for easy clean-up.

    Substitutions

    If you don't have fresh corn, you can use frozen corn. I use frozen corn almost every single time and it makes the perfect creamed corn.

    Use your favorite type of cheese! You can use spicy pepper jack cheese, creamy colby jack, mozzarella, or even sharp cheddar cheese.

    Variations

    If you want a kid-friendly version, you can always remove the onions.

    If you want spicy creamed corn, add 1 diced jalapeno in with the red onion to saute until tender.

    Storage

    This creamed corn with recipe stores very well and makes great leftovers. Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator. When re-heating, you may want to add a splash of cream.

    Top tip

    Get the bacon nice and crispy so that is holds up to the creamed corn. Reserve half of the bacon to sprinkle on the top of the creamed corn when serving it so it is perfectly crispy.

    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.
    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.

    Creamed Corn with Bacon

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    This homemade creamed corn with crispy bacon is the perfect easy side dish recipe. This is always the biggest hit at any dinner and the first vegetable side dish to be finished.
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish, Vegetable Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6

    Equipment

    • 12 inch cast iron skillet

    Ingredients
      

    • 8 slices Bacon (cooked)
    • 1 lb Frozen Corn
    • 2 Tablespoons Salted Butter
    • 2 Tablespoons Red Onion (finely diced, optional)
    • 2 Tablespoons Flour
    • 12 ounces Heavy Cream
    • 1 to 1 ½ teaspoons Salt
    • 1 Tablespoon Sugar
    • 6 ounces (¾ cup) Cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese (freshly grated)
    • 1 Jalapeno, finely diced (optional)

    Instructions
     

    • Start by cooking the frozen corn, according to package instructions. If using fresh corn, cook the corn and then cut it off of the cob. Make sure to drain off any extra liquid.
    • While corn is cooking, cook bacon in a skillet or oven until perfectly crispy. If cooking in the oven, heat the oven to 400 degrees and cook for about 20 minutes. Set aside to drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Cut into small bite size pieces.
    • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat. If using red onion, add it now and cook until tender, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in flour to make a paste. You want to have your ingredients all ready so you can quickly add them in. Stir in the corn and stir together to coat the corn.
    • Add heavy cream, salt, and sugar. Place back on the medium-low heat and cook until it starts to thicken, about 10-14 minutes. May want to reduce to low heat. Stir often!
    • Add the cheese, a small amount at a time, before adding more cheese to allow it to melt. Taste for seasonings and add more salt as needed. Add in half of the bacon, reserving the other half to sprinkle on the top of creamed corn.
    • If you want to add a little more touch of sweetness, drizzle with some spicy hot honey.

    Notes

    Hint: if you are cooking the bacon in the oven, I suggest placing aluminum foil on the baking sheet to keep the bacon from sticking to the pan and for easy clean-up.
    If using the jalapeno in the creamed corn, add the finely diced jalapeno in with the butter and red onion mixture.
      • Corn -- I would suggest using fresh corn or frozen corn for this recipe. Since frozen corn is picked at peak freshness, it is a great alternative to fresh corn and can be found year-round. I prefer to use white corn but you can use any type.
      • Flour -- helps to thicken the creamed corn. If you want this to be gluten-free, you can use cornstarch instead.
      • Red Onion -- this is optional but adds another depth of flavor.
      • Cheddar Cheese -- use your favorite type of cheddar cheese from mild to sharp or Colby Jack Cheese. You can use any type of cheese in this easy homemade creamed corn recipe.
      • Bacon -- everything is better with bacon! You can cook it in the oven or in a skillet until perfectly crispy. Add half of the bacon into the creamed corn and the rest for topping the cream corn.
    Keyword bacon creamed corn, creamed corn, creamed corn with bacon
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    Comments

    1. Deanna Hubler

      May 04, 2023 at 2:14 pm

      5 stars
      What is there to say except modern honey is a goddess…I make all things modern honey, never a disappointment! This recipe is AMAZING as well!

      Reply
    2. Corrie

      April 21, 2023 at 10:52 am

      5 stars
      Loved this recipe! There was enough kick to make it fun but wasn’t too spicy or heavy. Will definitely make again!

      Reply
    3. Nick

      April 02, 2023 at 5:52 pm

      5 stars
      SOOO GOOOOD! Best creamed corn ive ever had.

      Reply
    4. Crystal Denise Fleming

      March 31, 2023 at 4:08 pm

      Can I use canned corn ?

      Reply
      • Melissa Stadler

        April 01, 2023 at 3:31 pm

        Hi Crystal! Yes, you can. I haven't recipe tested it but I am sure it will be delicious.

        Reply
      • Jill

        April 02, 2023 at 1:23 pm

        Just made this today. So yummy! I used green onion instead of red because that’s all I had, but it turned out great.
        I was just wondering (for next time) if this can be made ahead and warmed up?

        Reply
    5. Christopher Johnson

      March 31, 2023 at 3:38 pm

      5 stars
      Was very good. Added a diced jar of pimentos. Even better!

      Reply
      • Melissa Stadler

        April 01, 2023 at 3:32 pm

        You are awesome to have already made it, thank you! I love the idea of adding diced pimentos to the creamed corn. Brilliant! I love the flavor and spice from pimentos.

        Reply
      • Melissa Stadler

        April 03, 2023 at 2:58 pm

        Love it! What a brilliant idea. Thanks for trying out my recipe, I’m glad that you liked it!

        Reply

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