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Air Fryer Corn On The Cob (Fresh Or Frozen)

Get ready to make perfectly tender corn on the cob in your air fryer with two simple methods! Both options are super easy and yield delicious, healthy results.
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Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 ears
Calories 158 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Aluminum Foil

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ears Sweet corn (shucked and silks removed; fresh or frozen)
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil (for the browned-edge method)
  • 1 teaspoon Sea salt (plus extra for serving)
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Quick & Crispy Method (For Browned Edges):

  • 1. Preheat: Warm up your air fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  • 2. Season: Lightly brush each corn cob with olive oil and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt all over.
  • 3. Arrange: Place the seasoned corn cobs in your air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they don't overlap.
  • 4. Air Fry: Cook for 10-12 minutes if using fresh corn, or 13-15 minutes for frozen corn. Remember to flip them halfway through cooking so they brown evenly and get perfectly tender.
  • 5. Serve: Carefully remove the hot corn. Generously slather with butter and add more salt and pepper to your liking. Enjoy!

  • Juicy & Easy Clean-Up Method (Using Foil):

  • 1. Preheat: Get your air fryer ready by preheating it to 400°F (204°C).
  • 2. Prep Foil: Lay out a piece of aluminum foil for each corn cob, making sure it’s large enough to wrap completely around it.
  • 3. Butter & Salt: Melt your butter and brush it generously over each corn cob. Sprinkle with sea salt. (Don't worry if the butter solidifies on frozen corn, it will melt beautifully as it cooks.)
  • 4. Wrap: Tightly wrap each corn cob in its foil packet, sealing the ends well.
  • 5. Air Fry: Place the foil-wrapped corn in the air fryer basket. Cook for 11-13 minutes for fresh corn, or 15-17 minutes for frozen corn. Flip them halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • 6. Unwrap & Serve: Carefully remove the hot packets, unwrap, and serve immediately. Add extra butter, salt, and pepper if you wish!

Notes

Nutrition Information (per serving):
  • Calories: 158
  • Total Carbohydrates: 16.9g
  • Net Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fats: 10.3g
  • Protein: 3g
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