Description

This easy recipe delivers sweet, juicy corn with a hint of roasted flavor—all without the grill. With just a few pantry ingredients and under an hour of time, you can serve up golden, buttery corn that’s perfect for everything from casual dinners to summer cookouts. Whether you’re keeping it classic or loading it up with spices and cheese, oven-roasted corn is always a crowd-pleaser. Simple, flavorful, and endlessly customizable—this is your new favorite way to make corn on the cob indoors.

Ingredients

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4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husks removed
4 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil)
Salt, to taste
Optional: garlic powder, black pepper, chili powder, parmesan, lime wedges, chopped herbs

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Instructions

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
Remove husks and silks from the corn. Rinse and pat dry.
Rub each ear with butter or oil, then sprinkle with salt and optional seasonings.
Wrap each cob tightly in aluminum foil.
Place wrapped corn on a baking sheet or directly on the oven rack.
Roast for 35 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
Carefully unwrap and serve immediately with more butter or garnishes.

Notes

For smoky flavor, add a dash of smoked paprika before roasting.
You can prep the corn and wrap it ahead of time for quick cooking later.
For dairy-free, use olive oil or vegan butter.
Don’t overcook—juicy corn turns tough when roasted too long.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Oven-Roasted
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ear
Calories: 180
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 22mg