Air Fryer Corn on the Cob is ridiculously delicious – the air fryer seals in the corn’s natural flavor. Brushed with honey butter, it is the ultimate summer treat.
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I’m a Midwestern girl, born and bred in Ohio. I always look forward to corn on the cob being in season. I can make an entire meal out of it. Just fresh corn, butter and salt. I would always boil my corn in a big pot of water. But then the other day I stuck a few ears of corn in my air fryer. The hot air circulation of the air fryer seals in the sweet natural flavors of the fresh corn on the cob. It takes just ten minutes to air fry perfect corn on the cob in the air fryer.
Simple ingredients
- Corn – If you want to make more than four ears of corn, air fry them in batches.
- Honey Butter – You can season the corn however you like. But I really like it with a mixture on butter, honey, red pepper flakes and salt.
Instructions
- Remove the husks from the ears of corn.
- Rinse the corn cobs under cold water and remove the corn silk.
- Place the four ears of corn in the air fryer basket.
- No need to season or turn the corn during cooking.
- Cooking time for the corn is 375 degrees F for 10 – 12 minutes.
- Brush the cooked corn with melted honey butter.
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Serving suggestions
Corn, tomatoes and zucchini are all in season at the same time here in Ohio. Here’s some more recipes to show them all off –
- Burrata Pasta with Burst Tomatoes
- Orzo Pasta Salad with Zucchini and Feta
- Slow Cooker Summer Corn Chowder
Storage directions
Once the corn has been cooked, if there’s any leftover I prefer to cut the corn kernels off the cob to store. Put the corn in an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to three days. Or in the freezer for up to one month.
Kitchen tools
- A Philips XXL Air Fryer is used for testing all of my air fryer recipes
- Some OXO corn holders to make the corn easy to eat
- Silicone pastry brush for brushing the honey butter on the corn
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 4 ears corn on the cob
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Shuck the corn and rinse it under cold water.
- Place the corn in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Cook the corn at 375 degrees F for 10 - 12 minutes. Or until the ends of the ears are just starting to brown. There's no need to flip the corn.
- While the corn is cooking, microwave the butter in a clean bowl for about 30 seconds, or just until melted.
- Mix in the honey, salt and red pepper flakes.
- Brush each ear of cooked corn with the honey butter. Serve.
Nutrition
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Scarlet says
I have never tried cooking corn on the cob in the air fryer. I am so curious to try it now though!
foodtasticmom says
It is off the charts good!
Emily Liao says
These were so easy to make right in the air fryer! They turned out delicious. Will be using again.
foodtasticmom says
I’m glad you enjoyed the corn!
Andrea Metlika says
This is a fabulous way to make corn. Like the addition of honey. Can’t wait to try this.
foodtasticmom says
Thanks Andrea!
Monica | Nourish and Fete says
We love this corn on the cob in the summer! Perfect side to any meal, and the kernels are really good in salads, too!
foodtasticmom says
Yes! I love cutting the corn off the cob and using it that way too!
beth sachs says
Corn on the cob is a real family favourite in this house. I’d never thought to cook it in my air fryer. Will give it a go soon.
foodtasticmom says
I hadn’t either. But I’m so glad I did!
Mindy Fewless says
Turns out perfectly every time!! Thank you!
foodtasticmom says
You’re welcome!
Jessica Formicola says
This is our new favorite way to make corn on the cob! It turns out perfectly every time and it’s so easy!
foodtasticmom says
I agree!