12 Best Recipes You Can Make With Frozen Corn

Frozen corn is a great ingredient to take the sweet flavor of corn through the seasons, here are our favorite ways to use it.

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Devan Grimsrud
Devan Grimsrud
Devan Grimsrud

Devan Grimsrud is a Berlin-based writer, editor, and recipe developer originally from Minneapolis, Minnesota. After working in television production with James Beard Award-winning chef Andrew Zimmern, she relocated to Berlin and became the managing editor at Kitchen Stories, an international digital cooking platform with millions of active users. 

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Updated November 07, 2024
Devan Grimsrud
A platter of Mexican street corn nachos (elote)

Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

Just because summer is over doesn't mean corn season has to end. Frozen corn kernels can help bring back those sweet flavors of endless summer nights, and these 12 recipes are our favorite ways to do just that. From corn chowder to corn fritters, cornbread to esquites, there's something for everyone, plus plenty of tips and tricks from our readers, editors and contributors.

  • Creamed Corn

    A platter full of creamed corn ready to serve
    Sally Vargas

    "For a creamed corn casserole, add a little extra liquid (cream or water,) sprinkle a little cheddar or Parmesan on top, and bake in a 375°F oven until brown and bubbly." —Sally Vargas, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Mexican Street Corn Nachos

    Bowl of Mexican Street Corn Nachos Served With Lime Wedges

    Simply Recipes / Elise Bauer

    "Mexican crema is a lot like runny sour cream. I don't usually have it around, so I usually use diluted sour cream when a recipe like this one calls for crema." —Elise Bauer, Simply Recipes Founder

  • Corn Chowder

    Potato corn chowder recipe with bacon in a bowl
    October Creative

    "For vegetarian option, omit the bacon and use 2 tablespoons of butter instead." —Elise

  • Grilled Corn Salad

    Corn Salad for Summer Barbecue
    Elise Bauer

    "I made this tonight for dinner and it was amazing! The sweetness of the corn offset the lime juice perfectly. I omitted the cheese and onion and added a can of seasoned black beans and diced tomatoes." —Jenn, Simply Recipes Reader

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  • Esquites (Warm Mexican Corn Salad)

    Bowl of Esquites Topped with Cilantro, Cotija Cheese, and Ancho Chile Pepper Surrounded by Bowls of Toppings

    Simply Recipes / Susy Villasuso

    "Keep some of the cooking liquid to serve warm along with the corn. It's so flavorful!" —Susy Villasuso, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Ina Garten’s Corn Salad

    Ina Garten's fresh corn salad in a white bowl showing ribbons of basil and minced red onion

    Simply Recipes / Molly Adams

    "I like Ina’s tip of reserving the basil until right before serving so it doesn’t brown. That said, my leftover salad was more than acceptable the next day." —Molly Adams, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Corn and Ricotta Bruschetta

    Corn and Ricotta Bruschetta

    Simply Recipes / Ciara Kehoe

    "These same ingredients make excellent pasta toppings (if you’re not too hot to have a pot of water boiling on your stove). Simply cook the pasta and toss it with a little butter, then pile some of the ricotta and corn on top of each serving." —Georgia Freedman, Simply Recipes Contributor

  • Creamy Skillet Shrimp with Corn, Pancetta, and Tomatoes

    Plate of creamy skillet shrimp with corn, pancetta, and tomatoes at a table setting with a glass of water, a white and red table napkin on the counter, and a bowl of basil

    Simply Recipes / Photo by Fred Hardy II / Food Styling by Ana Kelly / Prop Styling by Shell Royster

    "Weeknight recipes often need swaps to avoid a last-minute, very inconvenient run to the grocery store, so here are our two favorites: Go for scallops instead of shrimp or use bacon instead of pancetta." —Julia Levy & Sara Bir, Simply Recipes Editors

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  • Stacked Enchiladas with Corn and Black Beans

    Vegetarian Stacked Enchiladas
    Sally Vargas

    "You may have a bit more sauce than you need. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and used for leftovers." —Sally

  • Spicy Corn Fritters

    How to Make Corn Fritters
    Elise Bauer

    "Had these for lunch today and they were great, especially the dipping sauce. Subbed white wine vinegar because I was out of rice wine vinegar and red onion for scallions but still thought it tasted great and they're so easy to whip up." —Andi, Simply Recipes Reader

  • Pasta Salad with Corn, Bacon, and Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

    Pasta Salad with Corn and Bacon
    Elise Bauer

    "You can either use your favorite buttermilk ranch dressing, or make your own." —Elise

  • Cheesy Skillet Cornbread

    A Serving of Cheesy Skillet Cornbread Lifted from Skillet of More Cornbread

    Simply Recipes / Michelle Becker

    "Not the southern cornbread I grew up with in SC, but it was seriously yummy! I made it to go with some white bean and chicken chili and the combo was fantastic. Next time I'm going to add some chopped bell and jalapeno pepper for some more kick - add a Tex/Mex flavor." —Shelly, Simply Recipes Reader

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