Easy Air Fryer Corn on the Cob Recipe
Sweet and juicy corn on the cob, perfectly cooked and slightly charred in the air fryer for maximum flavor. A delightful side dish that's incredibly simple to prepare.

Ingredients
- 2 ears (husk removed)Corn on the cob
- 1 tbspOlive oil
- 0.25 tspSalt
- 0.15 tspBlack pepper
- 1 tbspButter (optional)
- 1 tbsp (chopped)Fresh cilantro
Nutrition
Per serving, estimated
- Calories
- 150 kcal
- Protein
- 4 g
- Carbs
- 28 g
- Fat
- 5 g
Steps
- 1
Remove husks and silk from the corn on the cob.
- 2
Brush each ear of corn with olive oil and season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
- 4
Place the corn on the cob in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary, ensuring they are not overlapping.
- 5
Air fry for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and slightly charred in spots.
- 6
Serve immediately, optionally rubbing with butter and sprinkling with fresh cilantro.
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