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!
Libby's Fruits & Vegetables provide an easy, convenient and wholesome way to deliver nutritious, delicious meals. You don't have to compromise on quality time with your family versus a healthy and hearty meal.
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.
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!