Crockpot Creamed Corn

Slow Cooker Creamed Corn (BBQ Potluck Classic)

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Some dishes just feel like home, and this Sweet & Creamy Crockpot Corn is one of them. For over 30 years, this has been a staple at my family’s BBQs — from big summer reunions to Sunday smoke sessions. It always sat next to the brisket and ribs, steaming hot in an old crock pot, ready to be spooned onto every plate.
The combination of buttery sweetness and creamy richness makes it more than a side — it’s a comfort food classic that holds memories with every bite. Kids loved it. Grown-ups went back for seconds. And there was never any left.
Now it’s your turn to pass it along at your next cookout.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 10 Servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: BBQ & Grilling
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb frozen corn about 6–7 cups — 907 g
  • 3 cans 14.75 oz each cream-style corn
  • ⅓ cup granulated sugar ~65 g
  • ½ cup unsalted butter cut in cubes 113 g
  • 8 oz cream cheese cut in cubes 226 g
  • ½ tsp kosher salt to taste ~2 g

Equipment

  • 3-4 Quart Slow Cooker
  • Spoon
  • Silicone Spatula
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

Dump the ingredients:
  1. Add frozen corn, cream-style corn, sugar, butter, cream cheese, and salt to the slow cooker.
Cook:
  1. LOW 4 hours, or
  2. HIGH 2 hours
Stir occasionally:
  1. Every 30–45 minutes, stir to help the butter and cream cheese melt evenly.
Finish:
  1. When the mixture is smooth, creamy, and bubbling around the edges, switch to WARM for serving.
  2. Taste and adjust salt or sugar if needed.
Stovetop option:
  1. Simmer everything together in a heavy pot over low heat 20–30 minutes, stirring often, until creamy.

Notes

Recipe Card (Quick Facts)

  • Category: Sidedishes
  • Method: Slow Cooker (Crockpot)
  • Cuisine: Southern/Texas BBQ
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2–4 hours (hands-off)
  • Total Time: 2–4 hours
  • Yield: ~10 cups
  • Servings: 8–10

Description of the Finished Dish

Velvety creamed corn with a buttery sheen and soft sweetness—rich enough to stand alone, balanced enough to sit beside peppery, smoky meats.

Doneness & Texture Cues

  • Creamy texture: Butter and cream cheese fully melted and emulsified.
  • Slight golden hue: Along the crock’s edges where it gently bubbles.
  • Scoopable—not soupy: Coats the spoon; pools slightly on the plate.

Pro Tips

  • Easy cleanup: Use a slow cooker liner or spray lightly with oil.
  • Serve all day: Hold on WARM up to 2 hours, stirring every 30–45 minutes.
  • Balance the sweetness: A pinch more salt or a splash of cream can round it out if it tastes too sweet.

Variations

  • Jalapeño Cheddar: Stir in ½–1 cup shredded cheddar (≈57–113 g) and 2–3 tbsp minced pickled jalapeños during the last 15 minutes.
  • Bacon & Chive: Fold in 1 cup cooked chopped bacon (≈120 g) and 2 tbsp chopped chives before serving.
  • Smoky Twist: Add ¼ tsp smoked paprika or a splash of brisket drippings to the pot.

Storage & Make-Ahead

  • Fridge: 3–4 days in an airtight container; reheat gently on LOW or stovetop with a splash of milk/cream.
  • Freeze: Up to 1 month (texture softens slightly). Thaw overnight and reheat gently.

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