Air Fryer Corn On The Cob
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Learn how to make air fryer corn on the cob that turns out buttery soft yet crisp, sweet, AND juicy. Ready in 12 minutes, it’s foolproof!
Air fryer corn on the cob recipe that tastes freshly grilled
If you’re new here, hi! I’m Arman, and I’m slightly obsessed with my air fryer. I use it for everything from dinners to desserts, but when I need an effortless side dish, air fryer corn is always one of my go-to recipes.
The corn turns out tender and juicy with lightly charred edges, then I brush it with butter and finish it with flaky salt. It tastes like it just came off the grill—without having to light one. Here’s why I love making it:
- Just 3 ingredients. Corn, butter, and salt are all you need.
- Ready in minutes. Pop the corn in the air fryer, brush it with butter, and serve.
- Minimal cleanup. The air fryer does all the work, so there are hardly any dishes to wash afterward.
- Easy to customize. I love keeping it simple, but it’s just as delicious with chili powder, parmesan, garlic butter, or fresh herbs.
Let’s make this together!
★★★★★ REVIEW
“Just made this, and it was so fast, juicy, and EASY! I’m obsessed.” – Olga
Table of Contents
How to make corn on the cob in the air fryer
I’ve included step-by-step photos below to make this recipe easy to follow at home. For the full printable recipe instructions and ingredient quantities, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step 1- Air fry the corn. Place the corn in the air fryer basket and air fry for 12 minutes or until lightly charred, flipping halfway through.
Step 2- Garnish and serve. Remove the corn cobs from the basket, brush with butter, and top with salt. Enjoy!
Can I use pre-cooked corn cobs?
You can use packaged and pre-cooked corn, but you’ll need to reduce the cooking time by 1-2 minutes to compensate for it. The corn will also have a more noticeable charred look.
Arman’s tips and variations
- Split the ears. If the corn cobs are too big to fit in an even layer in your air fryer basket, cut them in half and work in batches.
- If you forget to preheat the air fryer, just know the cooking time will need to increase by 1-2 minutes.
- Make flavored butter. Garlic butter, ranch butter, chipotle lime butter, and chili butter are easy to make and instantly elevate this humble side dish.
- Make Mexican street corn. Top the warm corn with Mexican crema (or mayonnaise), cotija cheese, fresh cilantro, lime juice, and a dusting of smoked paprika or chili powder.
- Top with cheese and fresh herbs. A little Parmesan cheese and fresh basil are quick and add so much flavor.
Storage instructions
To store: Leftover corn can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
To freeze: Place the cooked and cooled corn in freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to three months. Let the frozen corn thaw overnight in the fridge, or add more reheating time.
To reheat: Wrap the corn in a lightly wet paper towel and microwave in 30-second intervals, or wrap the corn in foil and heat in the oven at 350F for 5-7 minutes or until warm.
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Air Fryer Corn On The Cob
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Ingredients
- 4 ears corn on the cob husked
- 2 tablespoons butter to serve
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt to serve
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 190C/375F.
- Place the corn in the air fryer basket and air fry for 12 minutes, or until lightly charred, flipping halfway through.
- Serve with a pat of butter and a sprinkling of flaky salt.
Came out really great.plz show inst pot mashed potato..
Thx
Corn are perfect snack for summer evenings. Good recipe!
Just made this and it wss so fast, juicy, and EASY! I’m obsessed.
Amazing recipe for Summer evenings!
It sure is!
SO juicy and buttery and fast. I love it!
Thanks, Alina!
Wow amazing. I love corn so much but rarely cook it!
Just made this and my GOSH I am obsessed- your air fryer corn on the cob recipe will be in my weekly recipe rotation!
Thanks, Greta!
Tested and perfected just for you all 🙂