Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe

I absolutely love making Corn on the Cob in my Air Fryer! It is an easy way to get all the flavors of roasted or grilled sweet corn without the need for constant attention and standing over constant heat during the cooking process.

And in the middle of summer, when you start sweating as soon as you walk out the door, this recipe can literally be a life saver! In fact, now that the temperatures are constantly near 90 degrees and the humidity is over 70% each day, I turn to this method of cooking fresh picked sweet corn often.

Best of all there is no need to attend to your grill to turn the cobs every few minutes in the heat of the day. And I no longer must stand over a large pot of boiling water just to make sure that the water doesn’t bubble over.

Simply place the shucked sweet corn in the basket and then let the air fryer do the work! The only thing that you have to do is to flip them one time and that is it!

Once you give this recipe a try I am sure it is a cooking method that you will you use not only in the dog days of summer, but whenever you want to cook fresh picked sweet corn.

Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe

*Specific measurements and complete recipe instructions are located in a printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. However, be sure to continue to read the tips and tricks to making this recipe below.

INGREDIENTS

• 2 ears of sweet corn (*more if you work in batches)
• salt and black pepper, to taste
• olive oil
• 2 tablespoons butter

*Note: Because air fryers are different sizes the amount of sweet corn that you can cook at once will vary.

INSTRUCTIONS

The first step in making corn on the cob in the air fryer is to remove the husks. Shuck each ear of corn and cut the ends off so they can sit down inside the air fryer basket.

If needed, cut the corn in half or even in thirds so that it fits comfortably in your air fryer. You just don’t want them to be too crowded in the basket. I was able to fit 2 1/2 cobs in my 6.5 quart Ninja Foodi Air Crisper.

However, I was able to fit 5 small-medium size cobs in my Power 360 Air Fryer oven.

After dry fitting the corn, remove the sweet corn from the basket. Then coat all sides of the corn with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Place the cobs back in the air fryer basket and cook at 370°F for 6 minutes. Then open the air fryer and use tongs to carefully flip each one over and cook for an additional 6-10 minutes or until the corn is tender and light brown.

Carefully remove the corn with tongs and then butter each piece. Then serve with salt, garlic salt and/or black pepper.

Frequently Asked Questions About Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

When it comes to cooking corn on the cob there are many questions that can arise. Therefore, I have included some answers from common questions that I receive regarding the process.

Can I Air Fry Frozen Corn on the Cob?

Yes! Although some people suggest thawing the corn first, I have had great results air frying corn that comes straight out of the freezer. However, it will take approximately 5-10 minutes longer than fresh corn to completely cook through.

Do I have to flip the corn half way through the cooking process?

I highly suggest flipping the corn on the cob half way through the cooking process to allow the corn to cook and brown evenly. The best part about cooking in an air fryer is that you can stop it at any time to flip and/or check the doneness without hurting things.

What other types of oil can I use besides olive oil?

It is best to use standard olive oil for this recipe because it has a very mild flavor and a higher smoke point than extra virgin olive oil. However, you can also use canola or vegetable oil if that is all that you have on hand.

Can I stack the corn on top of each other so I can make it all at once?

It is best not to stack the corn on the cob on top of each other when cooking them in the air fryer. Because the air fryer cooks by circulating air around the food, each piece of corn needs to be exposed to the air.

However, if your air fryer is large enough, feel free to stack small corn on the cob pieces on their end to fit more in your air fryer. Although be aware that the ends that are touching the surface of the basket will brown more quickly than the ones that are not touching anything.

Other Methods For Cooking Corn on the Cob

• Grilled Sweet Corn
• Instant Pot Corn on the Cob
• Mexican Street Corn

What To Do With Leftover Corn on the Cob

If you have leftover corn on the cob, don’t throw it away! Although it may not be ideal to reheat as is, you can use the kernels in a variety of recipes.

Hold the cob upright and use a sharp knife to cut the kernels off of the cob. I prefer to do this with the cob placed on top of a small dish that is placed in a shallow bowl.

This will help catch the cut kernels as you cut them. It is a much better option than trying to clean the scattered corn off your counter (or floor)!

Then place the kernels in 1 cup sections into freezer bags and freeze for later use. Or use the corn fresh in one of these delicious recipes below.

• Skillet Corn
• Ham and Corn Chowder
• Instant Pot Corn Casserole
• Holiday Corn Casserole
• Instant Pot Chicken Burrito Bowl
• Vegetarian Enchilada Casserole
• Instant Pot Southwestern Turkey Soup
• White Chicken Chili
• Avocado Chicken Salad

Enjoy! Mary

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