Sweet and tender corn simmers in a rich cream sauce to make Crock Pot Creamed Corn. It is an unforgettable side dish like no other creamed corn I’ve ever tasted.
And now, because this corn has made it to my own Thanksgiving menu for several years in a row, I’m giving you the chance to add it to yours as well.
Crock Pot Creamed Corn
My favorite thing about this recipe is that it is made in the Crock-Pot. No watching, no stovetop, no oven space required, no serving dishes taking space in the refrigerator.
It takes me about two minutes to combine everything and start it cooking.
How To Make Crockpot Cream Corn
Four hours later, just stir and serve. That pretty much makes this Crockpot Cream Corn the ultimate holiday side dish. I always taste this around the three-hour mark and then have trouble staying out of it.
I think I “sampled” it the first time, just to make sure I liked it, at least ten times! It really is that good.
The first bite at the table was followed by, “oh my gosh, what is in this? Wow!”
My kids begged for more and the corn was an enormous hit all around.
While I have trouble calling this a “vegetable side dish,” I don’t have a bit of hesitation calling it delicious. This is pure indulgence and it is perfect for a holiday table!
Rudy’s Cream Corn
This recipe was originally created by my friend Amber as a copycat recipe for the creamed corn at Rudy’s BBQ. Have you ever visited that barbecue chain?
I suppose the creamed corn is one of their most popular side dishes, but while I’ve been a fan of Rudy’s for years, I’ve never tried their corn. Perhaps I was always distracted by the suitcases filled with their barbecue sauce that I was forever hauling home?
Regardless, I’m happy to have stumbled across this creamed corn recipe eventually! I’ll have to try Rudy’s Creamed Corn next time I visit to see how it compares. It’s hard for me to imagine a creamed corn tasting better than this.
Slow Cooker Recipes
If you’ve read this blog for more than five minutes, you may have gathered that I’m a big fan of slow cooker recipes.
Whether you use your crockpot overnight to wake up to Slow Cooker Oatmeal with Berries, Bananas, and Pecans for breakfast or let your CrockPot Roast Beef dinner throughout the day, these recipes just make life easier.
More slow cooker recipes you need in your life are this Simple Slow Cooker Pot Roast, CrockPot Chicken Fajitas and this Baked Potato Soup. My crock-pot has saved me on so many occasions when my oven was occupied (like busy holiday meals) and every stovetop was accounted for.
Slow cookers or crockpots are an appliance of which I have more than one. If you are an avid slow cooker user like I am, you might understand the need for more than one. So, let’s talk about my favorites:
First up is this 6-quart slow cooker that has a locking lid. These crockpots are fantastic for transporting foods. Mine has gone everywhere from church potlucks to barbecues, game nights to Thanksgiving dinner. However, fair warning, these slow cookers run crazy hot. Low is closer to a boil than a simmer, the warm setting actually simmers. So trust me when I say HIGH is high.
My everyday slow cooker is this 8-quart Crockpot. It’s my go-to appliance for cooking large roasts and big batches of chili. Fun fact: did you know that a full 4-quart cooker, actually cooks more slowly than a half-full 8-quart cooker?
For just cooking a few pounds of chicken to shred for enchiladas or other smaller recipes, this 3-quart version is perfect.
Thanksgiving has become a breeze since I have mastered how to hold all of the side dishes using these medium-sized round slow cookers.
If you aren’t a fan of the idea of keeping more than one slow cooker in the house, these CrockPockets are a game-changer when it comes to preparing and holding multiple dishes at the same time. They slide into a standard 6-quart crockpot, dividing it into two sections that are perfect for serving different side dishes or keeping taco fillings warm for parties.
Rudy’s Creamed Corn Ingredients
- frozen corn
- cream cheese
- heavy cream
- butter
- sugar, salt, and pepper
Creamed Corn in the Slow Cooker
Kitchen Tip: I use this slow-cooker to make this recipe.
To make creamed corn in the slow cooker, you just mix everything together in your crock pot and walk away. Rudy’s Creamed Corn recipe calls for heavy cream, butter and cream cheese to be added along with a large bag of frozen corn.
You add a bit of sugar, salt, and pepper and let the whole dish cook for four hours. The sweet corn flavor in this dish is spectacular. If you love ultra-rich creamy corn, you’re going to love this recipe.
Believe me, this is so much tastier than the creamed corn you get from a can. If that’s the only creamed corn you’ve tasted, you’re going to be blown away by this addictively tasty dish.
CrockPot Corn
Creamed corn isn’t the only corn dish that cooks up well in the crock pot.
Have you tried Crock Pot Corn on the Cob yet? It sounds like such a good method for cooking corn when you can’t get outside to fire up the grill and it’s too hot to turn on the oven. I also can’t wait to give this Crock Pot Corn Chowder from Taste and Tell a try!
Looking for more corn side dish ideas?
Chorizo Corn Chowder is a creamy, spicy soup guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Corn Pudding Casserole is a southern inspired side dish with sweet notes that my whole family loved.
For snacking and chip dipping, try Elote {Hot Mexican Corn Dip}at your next party. If you like spice with your corn, you’ll also love Jalapeno Corn Coleslaw.
Whether you make Slow Cooker Creamed Corn for Thanksgiving this year or serve it alongside some BBQ, Rudy’s style, I know you’ll love it as much as I do!
Rudy’s Slow-Cooker Creamed Corn
Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen corn
- 8 ounces cream cheese cut into 1″ cubes
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt be careful not to over salt
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in the crock-pot and cook on low for 4 hours. Stir to combine and make sure the cream cheese has completely melted into the sauce.
- The finished corn will hold nicely on low (or on warm, if your Crock-Pot has that setting) for another hour or two without a problem. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
{originally published 11/20/13 – notes and photos updated 10/8/21}
Pattie W. says
Hi Mary. Would it be ok to use a 3 qt. Crockpot? I have a 5 qt., but thought it might be too big. What do you think?
This recipe sounds amazing! Can’t wait to try it.
Thanks!
Mary Younkin says
Yes, you could use a 3-quart crock pot, Pattie.
Liz says
Can I make this using canned corn or just frozen?
Mary Younkin says
You can use canned, Liz.
Suellen McElroy says
What do you think about fresh off the cob corn?
Mary Younkin says
I love it! And yes it will work just fine in this recipe.
Bridget Jones says
Is the cooking time the same if you double the recipe? Thanks!
Mary Younkin says
It might take a bit longer due to there being more volume, Bridget.
CynthiaBarcomb says
Could you add cheese? Like a parmasan cheese?
Mary Younkin says
You could certainly add that, Cynthia.
Deborah J says
Hi Mary, can I used whole corn in the can ?
Mary Younkin says
Yes, Deborah, you can use canned corn.
Monica says
This was my first time making a crockpot cream corn. It was delicious! I didn’t add the pepper. You can’t stop at one taste test.
Mary Younkin says
Monica – You are so right! One taste test is never enough. I am so happy you enjoyed it.
Leah says
I can not find just heavy cream. It says heavy wippong cream. does it work or should i use half & half
Mary Younkin says
Heavy whipping cream will work just fine, Leah.
Corie Thomas says
Can we use half and half?
Mary Younkin says
You could use that, Corie.
Shanna says
How do you suggest re-heating this corn? I need to make ahead.
Mary Younkin says
Just in your slow cooker is fine, Shanna.
Kamie says
What would be the difference between milk or heavy whipping cream???
Mary Younkin says
The fat content is the biggest difference. Heavy whipping cream makes this dish so rich.
Wendy Viramontes says
I’ve made this before it’s amazing!! Can I make it the night before & re heat?
Mary Younkin says
You could do that, Wendy. However, it really is just as easy to toss it all together in the morning.
Heidi says
This is so good! My husband tasted it and said my wife is awesome. It’s made it into the sacred family cookbook. I would probably leave out the pepper next time. Yum!
Mary Younkin says
That’s awesome, Heidi!
Jane says
I used this recipe but used half and half instead of heavy cream. The half and half was fine but heavy cream would work better. I also omitted the salt and added 5 slices of crumbled thick cut bacon. It was a hit!
Mary Younkin says
mmmmm, bacon is never a bad idea, Jane!
Barbara says
I made this for the first time for Thanksgiving dinner. It was easy and very rich and delicious. It certainly isn’t low calorie but great for a once in awhile feast. It’s also easy to transport to a potluck.
Mary Younkin says
I am so glad your family enjoyed it. I couldn’t agree more with your comments, it is definitely a treat, Barbara.
Laura Hawkes says
I’m going to try this and add a can of green chilies to it to give it a little ‘bite’!
Mary Younkin says
Sounds delicious, Lara.
Edith Davenport says
I just want to warn everyone that if you take this corn to a cookout or holiday dinners with other people, someone will end up taking your slow cooker with the leftover corn home.
Not kidding, this really happened 2 times now LOL , but they did message me to say that they did and will return my slow cooker next time I see them LOL
Mary Younkin says
Edith – that is HILARIOUS! And a fair warning to all. I love it!
Kevin says
I gave it a southern kick added chopped up red yellow and green peppers, bacon, jalapeños and some hot rub seasoning turned out amazing
Mary Younkin says
oh! I love that, Kevin.
Michael M says
Of add bacon to recipe. Let it cook with balance or cook bacon first?
I definitely new at this but gonna try it.
Margaret Coleman says
I would cook the bacon separately and add it towards the end of cooking, Michael.
Carol17 says
Made it exactly per the recipe and will be making it again and again as a side dish. In summer when corn is in season, I go to the farmer’s market, buy as many as I can put up, and freeze it for winter. So I made this recipe from frozen summer corn. It is so delicious!
Mary Younkin says
Summer corn sounds amazing right about now. I am happy to hear you enjoyed it.
Robin Flanagan says
If you double the recipe how long should you cook it in the crock pot?
Mary Younkin says
I would add 45 minutes to an hour.