Corn On The Cob In The Oven

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My family just loves corn on the cob, which means I have made it in every way possible. While it always ends up tasting totally delicious, I think cooking corn on the cob in the oven just might be my favorite method.

Roasting corn on the cob in the oven is simple and convenient. Oven roasted corn has tons of crisp sweet flavor, and you can wrap the ears in foil or cook corn directly on the oven rack. It’s your recipe, your way.

Summer is the best time of year to enjoy roasted corn. Corn on the cob is in season, so it’s fresh, sweet and plentiful.

And let’s face it: corn goes with just about anything, so this oven roasted corn recipe really is the perfect side dish to serve with any meal.

Ps if you like this recipe you should definitely check out this Roasted Frozen Broccoli, and Roasted Frozen Brussels Sprouts,

Why Make This Recipe

• It’s Convenient – Roast corn without boiling water! This hands off recipe lets you make oven roasted corn in about 25 minutes with only about 2 minutes of prep time.  
• Perfect For A Crowd – You can cook as few or as many ears of corn as you like, so this recipe is perfect for feeding a large crowd.
• Fresh, Sweet Flavor – Roasting corn in the oven brings out a sweet, fresh flavor, and the kernels are perfectly crisp on the outside and juicy on the inside. 

Ingredient Notes

• Sweet Corn – Look for fresh corn and remove the corn husks and silk. 
• Butter – Slather on melted butter before serving. 

Ready to make this Oven Roasted corn? Gather your ingredients and I will show you…

How To Cook Corn On The Cob In The Oven

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F / 200 degrees C  / gas mark 6.
2. Place shucked corn on the cob on a square of foil. 
3. Brush corn with melted butter and season as desired. Wrap the foil around the corn.
4. Bake for 17-25 minutes or until warm, turning halfway through cooking. Time may vary slightly depending on the size of the corn. 
5. Let the corn stand for a few minutes to cool down before unwrapping and serving.

Pro Tips 

• Remove the husks and silks before placing the corn in the oven. 
• You can skip the foil and place the corn directly on the oven rack if you prefer. 
• The corn kernels will plump slightly and turn bright yellow as the corn cooks. 
• Turning the corn over halfway through cooking will help the corn to heat evenly. 
• Don’t forget to add toppings to your corn to really bring out its sweet flavor. 
• This recipe is perfect for serving a large group. 
• Melt butter in a small bowl and use a pastry brush to brush it onto the corn. 

Delicious Variations

• Make Mini Corn – After shucking the corn, you can cut the corn cobs in half to make mini corn on the cob. The cooking process and times are the same. 
• Add Seasoning – Butter, salt, and black pepper are standard fares for corn on the cob, but the sky is the limit. Try using garlic butter or garlic powder, chili powder, smoked paprika, or creole seasoning.
• Add Herbs – Fresh herbs like fresh parsley or dill can alter the flavor of the finished corn. 
• Use Flavored Butter – Unsalted Butter flavored with maple syrup or garlic butter can boost the flavor of the corn. 
• Make it Creamy – Sprinkle corn with parmesan cheese, cotija cheese, sour cream, or mayonnaise to the corn for a delicious flavor. 
• Add Citrus – Give the corn a squeeze of fresh lemon juice or fresh lime juice for a bright, citrusy flavor. 

Prep And Storage

• Prep Ahead – Shuck the corn ahead of time. 
• Store – Leftover corn can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. 
• Freeze – Freezing leftover corn is not recommended as the texture of the corn will become mushy. 

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Serving Suggestions

• Oven Baked Chicken Tenders.
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Weight Watchers Points

There is 1 Blue Plan SmartPoint in one serving of this. If you omit the butter, there are 0 Blue Plan Smortpoints in one serving.

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