Description
A smoky, tender grilled corn on the cob wrapped in foil to lock in moisture and flavor. Perfect for summer gatherings, this no-fuss method yields charred, juicy kernels with a buttery finish.
Ingredients
4 ears fresh corn on the cob
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
Preheat grill to medium-low heat (~300°F)
Trim 1/2 inch off each end of the corn
Shuck the corn and remove all silks
Divide softened butter among the cobs and coat evenly with a brush
Gently sprinkle salt, pepper, and optional spices over each cob
Wrap each corn cob tightly in aluminum foil, sealing the edges
Place wrapped cobs on the grill and cook for 20-25 minutes, rotating occasionally for even charring
Carefully unwrap and serve immediately or rewrap to finish cooking for a softer texture
Notes
Wrap cobs airtight and refrigerate up to 24 hours before grilling
For extra caramelization, brush cobs with a touch more butter before wrapping
Adjust seasoning to match your preference (herbs like parsley or cilantro enhance freshness)
Use non-stick foil if handling bare ears proves messy
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 125
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2.5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg