Instant Pot Homemade Creamed Corn Recipe - Went Here 8 This (2024)

By Danielle on October 8, 2019, Updated January 28, 2024 57 Comments

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This Homemade Creamed Corn recipe is sweet, rich and buttery, with a spicy kick...and it's ready in just 20 minutes in the Instant Pot!

Sweet corn wrapped in a velvety sauce of cream, butter and cream cheese...it makes all your sorrows disappear.

Ok, maybe that's a slight exaggeration, but you get it. It's good. So soul warmingly good it makes you feel all cozy inside. Kinda like this Pot Roast or these Braised Beef Short Ribs - this corn would go great with either!

And ready in 20 minutes (all mostly hands-off time)? Guys....what are you waiting on, why are you not eating this yet?!?!

The Instant Pot wins again! The Instant Pot has made my life so much easier! Read my full Instant Pot review if you haven't taken the plunge to decide if it's right for you.

You may also want to try these other ultra comforting Instant Pot Recipes:

• Instant Pot Chili Mac
• Instant Pot Cauliflower Soup
• Instant Pot French Onion Soup
• Instant Pot Pork Chops

What is Creamed Corn?

Creamed corn is corn cooked in butter and a creamy sauce (typically). It can be made with frozen, fresh or canned corn. Corn can be grated or cut to release the corn "milk" which helps it to thicken the creamed corn.

Sometimes the corn is cooked with a small amount of blended corn to thicken it up.

In any way, it is basically corn cooked in a creamy sauce until thickened and delicious. Yes, creamed corn is DELICIOUS!

Why This Recipe Works

- It uses ingredients that are likely already available in your pantry - or at least easy to find at the store;

- The Instant Pot cooks the corn quickly under a ton of pressure, so it comes out all thick and creamy;

- You can add mix ins like bacon, ham, peppers, etc. to make this even better!

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Combine all ingredients in the Instant Pot (I use a 6 quart 9-in-1 but any Instant Pot or pressure cooker will work).

Step 2: Cook on high pressure for 15 minutes. Use the quick release to release to pressure.

Stir for 2-3 minutes and watch your corn become super creamy and luscious.

Variations

1. Crumble crispy cooked bacon on top of the corn;
2. Add ½ to 1 cup of diced ham before pressure cooking;
3. Add 1-2 diced jalapenos to the corn before cooking;
4. Add a diced red bell pepper for some added sweetness before cooking;
5. Roasted poblano peppers, green chilies, and onions are a great addition if you want to make it like a dip;
6. Make it a meal by adding some cooked chicken!

Great as a side dish, a meal or a dip (serve it with some crackers or chips).

For other Instant Pot side dishes, you may want to try this Instant Pot Acorn Squash, Instant Pot Beets or this Instant Pot Broccoli.

Check out this Slow Cooker Creamed Corn from Gimme Some Oven or this Cheddar Corn Casserole from Spicy Southern Kitchen for a different spin on creamed corn.

Expert Tips

1. Adding the cayenne pepper adds the perfect amount of heat, but you can leave it out of you prefer no spice (I highly recommend using it!!);
2. If your creamed corn comes out too thin, take 1 cup of the corn and blend it in a blender. Add it back into the creamed corn. This should help thicken it up.
3. Substitute 2 cans of corn for the 32 oz. of frozen corn, or 8 ears of fresh corn off the cob.
4. This recipe can be doubled if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is cream style corn the same as creamed corn? Creamed corn and cream style corn as basically the same thing. However, canned cream style corn tends to be somewhat bland, and usually does not use actual cream like the homemade creamed corn.

Can creamed corn be made in advance? It is very easy to make this dish in advance. Just store it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave. If corn is too thick, add additional cream or whole milk until it reaches the desired consistency.

Can creamed corn be frozen? Place the corn in an airtight container and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight and reheat on the stove or in the microwave. If corn is too thick, add additional cream or whole milk until it reaches the desired consistency.

How can I thicken creamed corn? Take about 1 cup of the creamed corn and blend it. Add it back to the corn. This should help to thicken it.

More Recipes Using Corn

• Grilled Corn with Miso Butter;
• Sous Vide Corn on the Cob;
• Citrus Corn Gravy;
• Raw Zucchini Salad (with roasted corn);
• Calabacitas;
• Sweet Corn and Chicken Soup.

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This recipe was originally published in February 2018. It has been updated for content, photos and I've added a video.

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