Corn on the cob

Shucked corn cooked in an open basket.

Fresh, whole ears

4 fresh ears, husks and silks removed; lightly oil; keep in one layer.

Air fryer setting
400°F
Cooking time
10-12 min

°C settings are rounded to the nearest 5°C. Start checking at the earlier time.

Preheat
Preheat first
Turn or shake
Turn halfway.

At the basket

  1. Remove the husks and silk; coat the ears lightly with oil.
  2. Space the ears in the hot basket and turn halfway; check that kernels are tender.

Before you cook

  • This setting uses the unwrapped method. Foil-wrapped corn has a separate cooking method and is not covered.

Source notes

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Wholesome Yum (Maya Krampf)Timing reference
Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

4 ears; preheated 400°F; fresh 10–12 minutes; flip halfway.

Location: Recipe card: Regular Method

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4 ears: 400°F, 12 minutes, turn halfway.

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