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    Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

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    Air fryer corn on the cob is a quick and effortless way to enjoy a delicious vegetable side dish without the extra time of boiling water! In a matter of minutes, you'll have perfectly cooked corn on the cob that pairs well with your favorite grilled meats. Whether you are hosting a summertime gathering, or simply need a side in a pinch, you'll love the convenience of this recipe!

    Easy Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

    It's truly remarkable how many delicious recipes can be effortlessly prepared using an air fryer! From filet mignon to baby potatoes and tasty mac & cheese bites, the possibilities are practically endless.

    This corn-on-the-cob recipe saves you a lot of time as you don't have to wait for any water to boil or for your grill to fire up. You'll get similar flavors to grilled corn as it caramelizes and crisps up amazingly in the air fryer!

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    This air fryer corn-on-the-cob is a delicious summertime vegetable side dish that's effortless to make!
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    • Easy Air Fryer Corn On The Cob
    • 🥘 Air Fryer Corn On The Cob Ingredients
    • 🔪 How To Make Air Fryer Corn On The Cob
    • 🍴 What To Serve With Corn On The Cob
    • 💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes
    • 🥡 Storing & Reheating
    • ❓ FAQ
    • 🌽 More Tasty Corn Recipes
    • 📋 Recipe
    • 💬 Comments

    Make sure that you check out my collection of easy air fryer recipes here! I also have a list of my favorite air fryer appetizers too! Plus air fryer cooking times for a quick reference to air fryer cooking in general!

    🥘 Air Fryer Corn On The Cob Ingredients

    Other than corn, all you need is a few simple ingredients to dress it up! Whether fresh corn is in season or you'd like to opt for the convenience of frozen corn, both options will work wonderfully.

    • Corn - 4 ears of corn, shucked.
    • Olive Oil (optional) - 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (EVOO).
    • Butter (optional) - 2 tablespoons of butter or a butter substitute. Use ½ tablespoon per ear of corn.
    • Salt & Pepper - Some salt & pepper to taste. Add your favorite seasoning if desired.

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    🔪 How To Make Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

    Just like other air fryer recipes, this corn-on-the-cob is practically effortless to make! Take out your air fryer (basket style), silicone kitchen tongs, and measuring spoons to begin.

    This incredibly easy recipe will make 4 servings. You may need to cut your ears of corn in half if they aren't fitting in the basket or work in batches.

    1. Prepare. Put 4 ears of corn into the air fryer basket, whole or cut in half, with or without the optional light coating of 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil (14 milliliters).
    2. Cook. Close the air fryer and cook at 380°F (193°C) for 5 minutes, then turn and continue cooking for 5 more minutes. Check the corn for doneness. It should be bright yellow, and the kernels should be plump and tender to the touch. Add a minute or two as needed to reach your desired level of tenderness.
    3. Take corn out. Remove corn from your air fryer with tongs, and put them onto a serving plate. If not serving your corn immediately, cover the cooked ears of corn with aluminum foil.
    4. Serve. Serve with 2 tablespoons of butter (30 milliliters) and sprinkle with salt & pepper, to taste.

    🍴 What To Serve With Corn On The Cob

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    I like to pair my corn on the cob with my tasty cowboy butter for extra tasty flavor! This versatile summer veggie can be served with my shake & bake chicken, stuffed pork chops, and more! Enjoy!

    💭 Angela's Tips & Recipe Notes

    • You can use frozen corn in this air fryer recipe if desired. Either thaw it beforehand for at least 30 minutes or you can add a few more minutes to the cooking time. Fresh corn will give you the best results.
    • Depending on the size of the corn you buy, you may need to cut them in half so that each one has enough room for air to circulate in the air fryer.
    • Although olive oil is optional, I highly recommend drizzling it on the corn with a spoon, as it will allow the corn to crisp up and caramelize beautifully!
    • Make sure to not overcrowd your air fryer basket or stack the corn. This ensures that your ears of corn cook evenly through at the same time.
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    🥡 Storing & Reheating

    Once your corn has completely cooled off, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or a layer of aluminum foil. Store in your refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days. 

    Freezing Leftover Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

    To freeze any leftover cooked corn on the cob, wrap as noted above. Allow the corn to cool fully and wrap in plastic cling film.

    Transfer into an airtight freezer storage container or plastic freezer storage bag. Squeeze as much air as possible out if using a freezer bag then store for up to 6 months.

    Reheating Corn On The Cob

    Reheat any leftover corn in your air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 3-4 minutes or until heated through to your liking.

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    ❓ FAQ

    Do I Need To Rotate Or Flip The Corn During Cooking?

    Yes, I recommend flipping your corn on the cob halfway through the cooking time for even browning. Carefully use silicone kitchen tongs to flip them over, then resume cooking for another 5 minutes or until tender.

    How Do I Know When My Corn On The Cob Is Done?

    Your corn on the cob is finished cooking when the kernels are tender, plump, and turn a bright yellow color. Pierce the corn with a fork to check its doneness.

    How Can I Keep My Corn Warm After Air Frying?

    When your corn is done cooking, you can wrap them tightly with aluminum foil to hold heat. Keep in mind that they will only stay warm for a short period of time.

    🌽 More Tasty Corn Recipes

    • Corn Soup - A flavorful vegetarian dish that uses simple and common ingredients to make!
    • Grilled Corn On The Cob - When you're firing up the grill to cook your favorite protein, plan to prepare this tasty veggie side dish to go with it!
    • Creamed Corn - An incredibly easy side dish that only takes 15 minutes to make!
    • Smoked Corn On The Cob - If you own a smoker, then smoked corn with quickly become your new favorite way to eat it!
    • Southern Fried Corn - A mountain of freshly cooked sweet corn is topped with garlic butter and caramelized onion.
    • Mexican Corn Fritters - These tasty corn fritters are a quick and easy pan-fried appetizer or side dish!

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    Air Fryer Corn On The Cob

    Air fryer corn on the cob is a quick and effortless way to enjoy a delicious vegetable side dish without the extra time of boiling water! In a matter of minutes, you'll have perfectly cooked corn on the cob that pairs well with your favorite grilled meats. Whether you are hosting a summertime gathering, or simply need a side in a pinch, you'll love the convenience of this recipe!
    Author | Angela
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 82kcal
    Prep 3 minutes minutes
    Cooking 12 minutes minutes
    Total Time 15 minutes minutes
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    Ingredients
     

    • 4 ears corn (shucked)
    • 1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, use extra virgin olive oil)
    • 2 tablespoon butter (optional, ½ tablespoon per ear of corn)
    • each, salt & pepper (to taste)
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    Instructions

    • Put 4 ears corn into the air fryer basket, whole or cut in half, with or without the optional light coating of 1 tablespoon olive oil.
      4 ears corn, 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • Close the air fryer and cook at 380°F (193°C) for 5 minutes, then turn and continue cooking for 5 more minutes. Check the corn for doneness. It should be bright yellow, and the kernels should be plump and tender to the touch. Add a minute or two as needed to reach your desired level of tenderness.
    • Remove corn from your air fryer with tongs, and put them onto a serving plate. If not serving your corn immediately, cover the cooked ears of corn with aluminum foil.
    • Serve with 2 tablespoon butter and sprinkle with each, salt & pepper, to taste.
      2 tablespoon butter, each, salt & pepper

    Equipment You May Need

    Air Fryer (basket style)
    Silicone Kitchen Tongs
    Measuring Spoons

    Notes

    • You can use frozen corn in this air fryer recipe if desired. Either thaw it beforehand for at least 30 minutes or you can add a few more minutes to the cooking time. Fresh corn will give you the best results.
    • Depending on the size of the corn you buy, you may need to cut them in half so that each one has enough room for air to circulate in the air fryer.
    • Although olive oil is optional, I highly recommend drizzling it on the corn with a spoon as it will allow the corn to crisp up and caramelize beautifully!
    • Make sure to not overcrowd your air fryer basket or stack the corn. This ensures that your ears of corn cook evenly through at the same time.
    • To store: Once your corn has completely cooled off, wrap it tightly with plastic wrap or a layer of aluminum foil. Store in your refrigerator and enjoy within 3 days. 
    • To freeze: Allow the corn to cool fully and wrap in plastic cling film.Transfer into an airtight freezer storage container or plastic freezer storage bag. Squeeze as much air as possible out if using a freezer bag then store for up to 6 months.
    • To reheat: Reheat any leftover corn in your air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for about 3-4 minutes or until heated through to your liking.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 82kcal (4%) | Carbohydrates: 0.2g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 9g (14%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 15mg (5%) | Sodium: 45mg (2%) | Potassium: 4mg | Fiber: 0.03g | Sugar: 0.05g | Vitamin A: 178IU (4%) | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.03mg
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    Course Air Fryer, Side Dish, vegetable side dish
    Cuisine American
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    Angela is an at home chef that developed a passion for all things cooking and baking at a young age in her Grandma's kitchen. After many years in the food service industry, she now enjoys sharing all of her family favorite recipes and creating tasty dinner and amazing dessert recipes here at Bake It With Love!

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