Description
Indulge in the ultimate side dish with Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob! Sweet and juicy corn is slathered in a rich garlic butter sauce, grilled or baked to perfection, and topped with melty cheese. This easy and flavorful recipe is perfect for barbecues, cookouts, and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
4 ears of corn, husked
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
1/2 cup shredded parmesan or cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the grill or oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Mix melted butter, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika in a small bowl.
- Brush the garlic butter mixture generously over each ear of corn.
- Grill for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until slightly charred and tender. (If baking, place corn on a lined baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes.)
- Sprinkle shredded cheese over the hot corn and allow it to melt.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
For extra heat, add cayenne pepper or a drizzle of hot sauce.
To make it Mexican-style elote, swap cheddar for cotija cheese and add mayo with a squeeze of lime.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10 minutes or microwave for 1-2 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling, Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 210 kcal
