This homemade creamed corn is fresh, comforting, and filling. Leave the guilt at the door because this lighted up and vegan side dish is warm, creamy, and just what you've been longing for.
I received free samples of Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables mentioned in this post. By posting this recipe I am entering a recipe contest sponsored by Libby’s Fruits & Vegetables and am eligible to win prizes associated with the contest. I was not compensated for my time.
Before developing lactose intolerance, I would literally eat creamed corn as an after-school snack. I was obsessed! If you've ever enjoyed creamed corn, you know how unhealthy some can be. That is far from the case with this recipe–dare I say this is healthy? We'll agree on healthy-ish!
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Traditionally creamed corn is made with heavy cream or whole milk. Lucky for us lactose intolerant or vegan, this past year multiple brands have rolled out truly great tasting lactose-free and nondairy milk. Choose your favorite and let's get to cooking this classic side-dish.
Fun fact: Did you know that lactose-free milk was listed on Google’s 2016 Food Trends? You know me, always on trend... Just kidding! But really, how cool that tolerable milk and cheese are on the rise–making it easier than ever for us to cook our favorite recipes.
Vegan Creamed Corn
Ingredients
- 1 can Libby's Whole Kernel Sweet Corn
- 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk
- ½ small shallot diced
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons vegan butter
- 2 teaspoons flour
- Pepper, chili powder, cayenne, to taste
Instructions
- In a skillet, saute shallot in cooking oil until translucent.
- Drain the sweet corn and transfer half into a food processor. Pulse until just smooth. Reserve for later.
- Add the remaining sweet corn to skillet with shallot and caramelize over medium heat for 5-10 minutes.
- Once caramelized, add in non-dairy milk, salt, and sugar. Bring to a simmer and heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat melt the vegan butter. Stir in flour, forming a roux.
- Pour the roux and reserved pureed corn into the skillet. Mix everything together, stirring frequently. Turn up the heat to thicken the mixture. Sprinkle with pepper, chili powder, and cayenne.
Leah's Life
Great idea. We have so many different dietary restrictions at our Thanksgiving table every year and I try to have something for each.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks! Oh, I completely understand
Lacey
This looks delicious! So trying this out for dinner this week!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Amazing, let me know how you like it!
shehroz
wow thats cool thankyou very much i love to read your blog posts
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you, I really appreciate that!
Mini
This sounds and looks amazing!
Surely gonna try this. 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life
It's great 🙂 I hope you love it as much as I do!
collegeceliackc
I've never had creamed corn before but this looks like a scrumptious summer side dish! Love that you made it dairy free!
Jenna | The Urben Life
You should totally try it 🙂 Always, thank you!
Sarah Kranz
Great recipe, I love corn of any kind!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Same here, haha!! Thank you 🙂
Who Needs Salad
Corn is one of my absolute favourite vegetables. I hate that it's so seasonal, but not when you can get it in a can!!! Love this recipe. Thanks for sharing.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Totally 🙂 You're welcome!!
Jasper
All I have to say is YES to all things vegan! I'm lactose intolerant and try to avoid it as much as i can but sometimes I can't and end up so sick. I love cream of corn - so this is a great recipe!
Jenna | The Urben Life
YES!! I'm so glad you enjoyed this post 🙂 I hope you try out this recipe. It's one of my favorites.
Nicole
I've never tried creamed corn in general, so even though this strays from the original way to make it, I'd never know! I'll probably love this recipe!
Jenna | The Urben Life
I hope you try it out! It's a healthier alternative but still creamy and fulfilling.
Danielle
I love shallots, and I love corn! I am definitely going to have to make this!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Awesome, let me know what you think! I love shallots too 🙂
Lynn
Yum! I haven't had creamed corn since I was a kid. My Grandmother used to make it all the time!
Jenna | The Urben Life
It's such a great recipe! I love how everybody can put their own touch on it too
julieannhoag
Love this option for creamed corn, thanks for sharing!!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you, I hope you try it out!
Emma Myrick
Nice! Glad you found a way to transform a favorite to fit your dietary needs!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you 🙂
Alexandra Evans
Great recipe! Thanks for sharing.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you 🙂
Cassidy Poe
This looks delicious!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thanks, it's one of my favorites!
mamaofthedrama
This is MSPI friendly! I am ecstatic! I love to make baked corn for Thanksgiving, I can totally make this instead.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Great, I love when recipes work out like that 🙂 Totally, I can't wait to serve it this year!
tessyonyia
Wow! This looks really yummy!
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Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you!!
Serena Ball MS, RD (@tspcurry)
My daughter could eat creamed corn as an after school snack too. Yum.
Jenna | The Urben Life
Yes, I love it so much 🙂
Susanne
My hubby would love this!! Pinning for later 🙂
Jenna | The Urben Life
Awesome, I hope you two try it out soon!
Geemiz
Thank you for the recipe. I will surely made this. I am glad that I have found a Vegan Lifestyle blog. Well I am not vegan but I am trying to eat as healthy as possible.
Jenna | The Urben Life
You're very welcome 🙂 Let me know your thoughts!
adventures
You know, I am a vegetarian by nature but didn't realize that creamed corn wasn't necessarily a vegan dish. I have officially been educated!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Crazy, right?! I am happy you enjoyed this post 🙂
melissarchilds
So glad I found your blog! I've been looking into the vegan lifestyle for a while. I feel like it's what I'm supposed to do, but it's hard with a family that absolutely won't follow the same guidelines. Right now I'm settling for small swaps to be more ethical in my eating habits, and this looks DELICIOUS!
Jenna | The Urben Life
I'm so glad you found my blog, too! I'm dairy-free & egg-free but often cook plant-based meals. My husband loves meat, so I've found that if we do 2-3+ meals a week that are veggie focused he doesn't mind. I've also been looking into vegan makeup, skincare, etc. and plan to do a post over that soon 🙂
melissarchilds
Please do! It's crazy that we're still using and testing on animals for makeup at this point.
Ashley Perry
My mouth is watering! YUMMY!
Jenna | The Urben Life
Yay, that is what I LOVE to hear!! Enjoy 🙂
Paige
Ahhh this looks so good!!! The worst part about become lactose intolerant was losing so many of my favorites foods, this was one of them, so I am SO EXCITED to try this!
xoxo Paige thefrontpaige.co
Jenna | The Urben Life
Thank you so much!! Oh I know, I completely agree. I hope you try this out soon and enjoy it as much as I do!