Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe

Air fried corn on the cob garnished with parsley and butter on white serving plate.

Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe

Enjoy perfectly roasted corn on the cob in the air fryer! Quick, easy, and delicious, this cooking method preserves the corn's natural sweetness and flavor.

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Prep Time: 5

Cook Time: 13

Total Time: 18

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

4 ears of corn husks and silks removed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter divided
½ teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat your air fryer to 390°F (200°C) for about 3-5 minutes.
Place each ear of corn on a piece of aluminum foil large enough to wrap it completely.
Place 1 tablespoon of butter on each ear of corn.
Sprinkle each ear of corn with salt, dividing it evenly among them.
Wrap each ear of corn tightly in the aluminum foil.
Place the wrapped corn in the air fryer basket, arranging them in a single layer.
Cook in the air fryer at 390°F (200°C) for 10 minutes.
After 10 minutes, carefully unwrap the corn and return them to the air fryer basket.
Cook uncovered for an additional 3 minutes to allow the corn to develop a slight char and enhance the flavor.
Once cooked, remove the sweetcorn from the air fryer and serve hot.

Notes

You can use salted butter, but adjust the added salt accordingly to avoid over-seasoning.
Feel free to customize the seasoning with your favorite herbs or spices, like garlic powder, smoked paprika, chili powder, or freshly ground black pepper.
Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may be able to cook more ears of corn at once. Just make sure they fit comfortably in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding. Cook in batches if needed.
You can cook the corn directly in the air fryer basket, but using foil helps to keep the corn moist and prevents it from drying out during cooking.
Store any leftover corn in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Usually, I keep it simple, just seasoning my corn on the cob with melted butter and salt. Other times, I add chopped parsley or chives. A sprinkle of parmesan cheese is also delicious! Give it a try.

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