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Oven Roasted Corn on the Cob

Modified: Feb 28, 2025 · Published: Jul 15, 2018 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 918 words. · About 5 minutes to read this article.

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Oven roasted corn on the cob is a fresh and flavorful side dish to add to your next meal. Corn cobs are oven roasted in their husks and coated in a lightly seasoned butter.

Spreading seasoned butter on an oven roasted corn cob.

Roasted corn on the cob turns out plump, juicy, and perfectly cooked with practically no prep work involved. The corn is roasted directly in the husks, then peeled back just before serving.

The simple seasoned butter on top is a must try! It's a combination of my favorite, most-used savory spices like paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. If you have a favorite seasoning blend, the recipe is easy to customize and make it your own.

Serve oven roasted corn on the cob with your next meal at home. It works well with just about any protein, like slow cooker beef roast, parmesan crusted pork chops, and baked chicken drumsticks.

Ingredients

  • Corn - You'll need four ears of corn for this recipe. Corn cobs should have their husks and silks intact to make the recipe as written below.
  • Butter - Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter if desired. I prefer to use unsalted butter because many seasoning blends include salt already.
  • Everyday seasoning - Seasoning can be store bought or homemade. I use my recipe for everyday seasoning, which combines my most commonly used savory spices like paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Everyday seasoning can be substituted with your favorite savory seasoning blend if desired.

Tips and tricks

Mixing seasoning butter.

Use softened butter - For easy incorporation, transfer butter to the countertop to bring to room temperature while your corn roasts.

Seasoning variations - Don't have everyday seasoning and don't want to make your own? Try using Cajun seasoning or ranch seasoning instead. Just about any seasoning blend you have on hand and enjoy will work in this recipe.

Preparing corn cobs for roasting in the oven.

Trim your corn - If needed, trim excess dangling husk and silk from the tops of your corn cobs before placing them in the oven. They're unnecessary and could fall off in the oven, creating a mess.

Place ears of corn on the rack - Corn can be placed directly on the rack in your oven. You could also place them on a sheet pan if preferred.

Allow cooked corn to rest - Corn cobs fresh from the oven will be very hot. Allow them to rest on the countertop for about five minutes before peeling back the husks and silk.

Storage

Leftover cooked corn will keep for about 4 to 5 days in a tightly sealed container in the refrigerator.

Cooked corn on the cob can also be frozen. Allow cooked corn to cool to room temperature. Wrap tightly in foil and store in the freezer for up to three months in optimal conditions. Transfer frozen corn on the cob to the refrigerator to thaw overnight.

Frequently asked questions

Two oven roasted corn cobs on a serving plate.
How long does it take to cook corn on the cob in the oven?

Corn on the cob, in the husk, will cook in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit in about 30 minutes.

Do I need to cover my corn on the cob in the oven?

No, the ears of corn, with the husks still intact, can go straight in the oven on the rack. If preferred, you can arrange your ears of corn on a sheet pan instead. Your corn does not need to be covered using either method.

What is everyday seasoning?

Everyday seasoning is a blend that can be sold at grocery stores or made at home. It's a mild, savory seasoning blend made with common spices like paprika, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. You can find my recipe here: everyday seasoning recipe. Trader Joe's is a popular retailer that sells everyday seasoning, which can also be purchased on Amazon: Trader Joe's Everyday Seasoning.

Can I use other seasonings in this recipe?

If you don't have the spices to make your own everyday seasoning at home, you're welcome to use your favorite seasoning blend in this recipe. I also recommend using a simple salt and pepper blend to allow the natural sweetness of fresh, in-season corn to shine.

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Spreading seasoned butter on an oven roasted corn cob.
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Oven Roasted Corn on the Cob

Oven roasted corn on the cob is a fresh and flavorful side dish to add to your next meal. Corn cobs are oven roasted in their husks and coated in a lightly seasoned butter.
Prep Time5 minutes minutes
Cook Time30 minutes minutes
Total Time35 minutes minutes
Servings: 4 corn cobs
Calories: 156kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 4 ears of corn, husks on
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon everyday seasoning, or your favorite seasoning blend
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Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Trim excess husks and silk dangling from the ends of the corn cobs and discard.
  • Place corn cobs, husks on, directly on oven rack and roast for about 30 minutes, or until corn is bright, tender, and plump. Remove from oven and allow to cool down for 5 minutes before handling.
  • Meanwhile, prepare seasoned butter. Add unsalted butter and seasoning blend to a small bowl and stir to combine. Set aside.
  • Pull back husks and silk from the cooked corn and discard.
  • Coat corn cobs with seasoned butter and serve immediately. 

Equipment Recommendations

  • Measuring Spoons
  • Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowls

Notes

  • Everyday seasoning can easily be substituted with your favorite seasoning blend on hand.
  • To make just enough everyday seasoning for this recipe:  ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, pinch of paprika, pinch of salt, pinch of pepper, pinch of ground mustard.

Nutrition Estimate

Serving: 1ear of corn | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 259mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 450IU | Vitamin C: 6.1mg | Calcium: 22mg | Iron: 0.9mg
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

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