If you’re craving creamed corn this Thanksgiving, but have dietary restrictions, this is the recipe for you! This gluten free, vegan creamed corn is as delicious as the original recipe. This dairy free comfort food is the perfect addition to any holiday meal or Sunday dinner.
Holiday meals often have many different side dishes – that’s what makes them so special! And so very filling, too – bring on the stretchy pants! Although corn casserole is one of my favorite sides for Thanksgiving, it can take extra time to make, not to mention oven space.
A nice alternative is vegan creamed corn. It’s so simple to make, and it’s a little more special than just plain corn. It’s comforting, creamy, and a perfect accompaniment to dairy free mashed potatoes and gluten free gravy.
This creamed corn comes together quickly and has a nice buttery, creamy flavor. It’s a great side dish for a holiday meal – I think you’ll love it!
This post is part of my series: 31 Days of Gluten, Dairy, and Egg Free Soups, Salads, Sides & Sweets.
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Ingredient Notes
- Corn – I recommend using frozen or canned corn to make this dish. Fresh corn would be fine in this recipe, although it will take longer to remove the kernels from the cob.
- Non-Dairy Milk – Use any non-dairy milk that works for your dietary needs. I recommend using a plant based milk with a neutral taste, like oat milk, soy milk, or rice milk.
- Vegan Buttery Spread – We like Earth Balance vegan butter, but you can use any brand that works for your needs.
- Gluten Free Flour Blend – We use Namaste Perfect Flour Blend. You can use any brand that works for your dietary needs. If you are not gluten free, regular all-purpose flour will work very well.
Substitutions
- If you aren’t dairy free, just go ahead and use your regular butter and milk. This recipe will work for everyone!
- If you can’t eat corn but still want a creamy vegetable side dish, try my recipe for vegan creamed spinach.
Step by Step Instructions
- Heat the corn in a pan with the vegan buttery spread.
- Once the corn is hot, stir in the gluten free flour, sugar, and dairy free milk.
- Heat through until the sauce has thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
Serving Suggestions
Try serving this creamed corn with:
Storage
Store leftovers in the refrigerator. They should stay fresh for 4-5 days.
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Recipe
Vegan Creamed Corn (Gluten Free, Dairy Free).
Ingredients
- 16 ounces corn kernels frozen or canned
- ¼ cup vegan buttery spread
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 Tablespoons gluten free flour blend
- 1 ½ cups non-dairy milk I used So Delicious Unsweetened Coconut Milk
Instructions
- Melt the vegan buttery spread in a large pot. Add the corn and heat through, stirring often.
- Add the non-dairy milk, gluten free flour blend, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Continue to cook, stirring frequently, until thick and creamy.
- Season with more salt and pepper if desired.
Sally
I needed a gluten-free, dairy-free, soy-free corn dish for a party and just tested this recipe out. Wow…it is amazing! My husband said this is a keeper. Even people without special dietary restrictions will love it!!
Allison
Tastes yummy. But do NOT double the recipe. I have corn soup I was just trying to make for our vegan friends for Friendsgiving :( so sad
Karen Braden
This Recipe is Amazing! I used frozen corn. Couldn’t tell the difference between this gluten free, vegan side dish, and one that uses dairy & wheat. I’m definitely going to be making this again!! Thank you!!
Kelly Roenicke
I’m so glad you enjoyed this! Thanks for letting me know!
Anne Harrison
Drain the can of corn before adding?Thank you
Kelly Roenicke
Yes, that’s correct!
Lin
Quick and easy. My granddaughter will not eat corn, however she ate 3 helpings of your creamed corn. Yummy! Thanks for sharing!
I used almond milk
Kelly Roenicke
Yay! I’m so glad she liked it! Thank you for letting me know!
Chris
Adore this with quinoa over a baked potato with nooch, broccoli and cauliflower.
So many options. Thank you!
Darryl
Delicious and tasty!
Sherry S
16oz corn? Is that 16 fluid oz, or 16 oz by weight? Approximately how many cups or ml is that? Thank you.
Kelly Roenicke
I’ve just used a 16 ounce bag of frozen corn.
Sarah@WholeandHeavenlyOven
I was always a squash hater. Wouldn’t touch the stuff! But creamed corn?! My absolute favorite! This looks so warm and cozy. :)
Kelly
Thanks, Sarah! And I hated squash, too!
Julia Mueller
I was a peas and carrots hater, too! But creamed corn…mmmyyyygerrrd I couldn’t get enough of the stuff. It’s been so long since I’ve had it, and this recipe looks absolutely marvelous. What a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving…or for spoon feeding myself all day every day ;)
Kelly
Thanks, Julia! What is it with kids and creamed corn? We all loved it!
Lisa
Oh my gosh, canned creamed corn was my FAVORITE. I haven’t had it in years, and I can’t believe I have never cooked it myself! Definitely giving these a go!
Kelly
Thanks, Lisa! Hope you love it!
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine
I always loved when my mom bought us creamed corn! So good!
Kelly
Me, too!