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Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

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Air fryer corn on the cob delivers charred edges, sweet juicy kernels, and roasted flavor indoors in about 20 minutes — no grill or boiling water needed.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears of fresh corn, shucked and silks removed
  • 1–2 tablespoons melted butter or olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: chili powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, honey, or grated Parmesan

Instructions

  1. Shuck the corn, removing all husk leaves and silk strands. Cut ears in half if they are too long to fit in your air fryer basket.
  2. Brush each ear with melted butter or olive oil, covering the entire surface. Season generously with salt and pepper, adding any optional spices such as garlic powder, chili powder, or smoked paprika.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  4. Place corn ears flat in the air fryer basket with space between them for air circulation. Do not stack. Air fry at 400°F for 10–12 minutes, rotating or flipping halfway through at the 5–6 minute mark.
  5. Check for doneness — kernels should be bright yellow with golden-brown spots and yield slightly when pressed. Add 2 extra minutes for more pronounced charring if desired.
  6. Remove with tongs and top with additional butter, salt, or desired garnishes before serving.

Notes

Skip foil wrapping for better browning — foil creates steam and eliminates caramelization.

Rotate ears 90–180 degrees at the halfway point for even color on all sides.

Apply honey, brown sugar, or sticky glazes only in the final 2 minutes to prevent burning. Same rule applies to Parmesan or cotija cheese toppings.

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