Honey Butter Glazed Corn Recipe

Honey Butter Glazed Corn Recipe

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Sweet corn kernels bathed in a rich, flavorful honey butter glaze. This is a simple yet decadent side dish that’s perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or any meal where you want a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients:

  • 4 ears of fresh corn on the cob (or 2 cups frozen corn kernels)
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives (for garnish, optional)

Instructions:

If using fresh corn on the cob:

  1. Prepare the corn: Shuck the corn and remove all the silks. You can either cut the kernels off the cob using a sharp knife, or cook the whole cob in the honey butter.
  2. Melt the butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  3. Add honey and seasonings: Stir in the honey, salt, and pepper (if using).
  4. Cook the corn kernels:
    • If using loose kernels, add them to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and coated in the honey butter glaze (about 5-7 minutes).
    • If cooking the whole cobs, place them in the skillet, and turn them frequently to coat them in the honey butter glaze. Cook until the corn is tender, about 8-10 minutes.
  5. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. If you cooked the whole cobs, then cut the kernels off of the cobs now. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives, if desired. Serve immediately.

If using frozen corn kernels:

  1. Melt the butter: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add honey and seasonings: Stir in the honey, salt, and pepper (if using).
  3. Cook the corn kernels: Add the frozen corn kernels to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until the corn is heated through and coated in the honey butter glaze (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Garnish and serve: Remove from heat. Garnish with chopped parsley or chives, if desired. Serve immediately.

Tips and Variations:

  • For a richer flavor, use brown butter. To make brown butter, cook the butter over medium heat until it turns a nutty brown color.
  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.
  • Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
  • For a deeper honey flavor, use a dark honey, like buckwheat honey.
  • If you like a citrus touch, add a squeeze of lemon or lime juice after the corn is cooked.
  • If you want to bake the corn, you can add all of the ingredients to a baking dish, and bake at 375 degrees F, until the corn is tender.

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