Get inspired by this collection of 16 delicious canned creamed corn recipes. Choose from amazing appetizers, fantastic side dishes, or yummy dinner ideas. There is a recipe that is sure to become a new family favorite. So feel free to stock up on this classic pantry item.

Canned Creamed Corn Recipes
Canned creamed corn is a pantry staple that can be found in a lot of American homes. It’s easily added to recipes and can even be warmed as a perfect side dish. Some people even add it to their Thanksgiving Dinner menu.
This collection contains appetizer ideas for your next party, amazing side dish ideas, and delicious main dishes that are perfect for adding to your weeknight dinner rotation.
So go ahead and stock up on some cans of corn and find your new family favorite. Or, if you want to try making a homemade version, check out this recipe.
Creamed Corn FAQ
Can you eat creamed corn straight from the can?
Yes! Just warm it up for a tasty side dish.
How long does canned corn last?
- Unopened cans can be kept for 3-5 years!
- Once opened, refrigerate your corn, in an airtight container, for 3-4 days.
Creamed corn vs sweet corn
A can of creamed-style corn has been slightly pureed, to release some of the moisture from the corn. It has a creamy texture. Regular canned corn contains whole-kernel corn.
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Each recipe idea will tell you:
If this is your first time visiting the site, you should know that I’m up for the challenge to help you find a new favorite way to use canned vegetables. Each of these delicious corn recipes will give you some useful information, so you can make the best choice for your family.
- Type of recipe
- Number of ingredients
- How much corn you will need
- The complexity of ingredients (aka, whether or not you might need to hit the grocery store first)
- How long it takes to prepare (including cook time)
- Special diet (Keto, Gluten-free, etc)
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What to do with canned cream-style corn
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Ingredients that work well with a can of creamed corn
These ingredients will pop up in a lot of the recipes below. So if you have them on hand, you will be able to find more ideas to make.
- cream cheese
- heavy cream
- parmesan cheese
- cheddar cheese
- cayenne pepper
- lime juice
Recipes Using Creamed Corn
Our goal is to help you find ideas using the food you already have in your pantry.
Each of these creamed corn dishes will give you some important info so that you can pick the best recipe for your family.
Check out the blogger that published each idea to use their recipe and tips.
Note: pantry ingredients include dry ingredient pantry staples like olive oil, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, corn starch, salt, black pepper, spices, etc.
Please check the recipe to make sure that you have the ingredients needed to create the dish. If you are making gluten-free recipes, it may include things like almond flour and other common gluten-free pantry items
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 Plus seasoning and basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 2 hours 26 Minutes
TYPE: Appetizer
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
NOTES: Microwave
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 1 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 40 Minutes
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 55 Minutes
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 40 Minutes
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 4 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 2 hours 30 Minutes
NOTES: Slow Cooker
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 Plus seasoning and basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 2 cans
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 1 hour 5 Minutes
NOTES: Gluten-Free
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 55 Minutes
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 40 Minutes
NOTES: Vegan
TYPE: Side
INGREDIENT COUNT: 7 Plus seasoning and basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 55 Minutes
Spoonbread
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 1 hour 5 Minutes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 Plus seasoning and basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 30 oz
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 55 Minutes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 5 Plus seasoning and basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 45 Minutes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 3 Plus seasoning and basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 30 oz
INGREDIENT TYPE: Simple ingredients you may have on hand.
TIME: 1 hour 10 Minutes
TYPE: Dinner
INGREDIENT COUNT: 6 Plus basics
AMOUNT OF CORN: 1 can
INGREDIENT TYPE: You may have to hit the grocery store first.
TIME: 8 hours 10 Minutes
NOTES: Slow Cooker
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