Oven-Roasted Corn on the Cob
Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, feeding your family, or just treating yourself (because why not?), this recipe is a solid go-to.
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Aluminum Foil
- Small mixing bowl
- Basting brush or butter knife
- Tongs or oven mitts
Ingredients
- 4 ears of fresh corn husks and silk removed
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder paprika, chili powder, fresh herbs, grated parmesan, lime wedges (for serving)
- Aluminum foil for wrapping
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat Your Oven
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- While it heats up, clear a space on your counter for assembling the corn.
- Pro Tip: Preheating ensures the corn starts roasting immediately and cooks evenly.
Step 2: Prep the Corn
- Remove the husks and all the silky threads from each ear of corn.
- Rinse under cool water to get rid of any lingering bits.
- Pat dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Pro Tip: A damp paper towel is great for wiping off stubborn corn silk.
Step 3: Make the Butter Mix
- In a small bowl, combine softened butter with a pinch of salt and pepper.
- Add any extras you like—garlic powder, paprika, chili powder, or chopped fresh herbs.
- Mix everything together with a spoon until smooth and spreadable.
- Pro Tip: If your butter is still too cold, microwave it for just 5–10 seconds to soften without melting it.
Step 4: Butter and Wrap
- Tear off a sheet of aluminum foil for each corn cob—make them large enough to fully wrap the corn.
- Place one corn cob in the center of a foil sheet.
- Use a butter knife or brush to generously coat the corn with the seasoned butter.
- Roll up the foil around the corn, folding the ends in to seal tightly.
- Pro Tip: Wrap tightly but not too snug—leave a little room inside the foil so steam can circulate.
Step 5: Roast
- Arrange the wrapped corn on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Place the baking sheet on the middle rack of your oven.
- Roast for 30–35 minutes, turning once halfway through for even cooking.
- Pro Tip: If you like your corn with a slight char, open the foil in the last 5 minutes and broil for 1–2 minutes. Watch closely!
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
- Carefully remove the corn from the oven using tongs or oven mitts.
- Let it cool for a minute or two—those foil packets are hot!
- Unwrap each cob and place on a serving dish.
- Add a final sprinkle of salt, a pat of butter, or a squeeze of lime if desired.
- Pro Tip: If you’re serving a crowd, keep the corn wrapped in foil to stay warm until ready to eat.
Notes
Nutritional Value (per serving, one ear of corn with butter):
- Calories: 180–220 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fat: 8–10g (mostly from butter)
- Protein: 3–4g
- Fiber: 2–3g
- Sugar: 6–7g (natural sugars from corn)