Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn On The Cob
Tender corn on the cob coated in garlicky butter, melted cheese, and fresh herbs. A quick and indulgent summer side dish perfect for barbecues, family dinners, or weeknight meals.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 ears (4–6 servings)
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 6 ears of fresh corn, husks and silks removed
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (or cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or chives
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika or red chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime or lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add corn and cook 8–10 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, mix softened butter with garlic, salt, pepper, and optional paprika or chili flakes until creamy.
- Brush hot corn generously with garlic butter.
- Sprinkle grated cheese over warm buttered corn so it melts.
- Top with fresh herbs and drizzle with lime or lemon juice, if desired.
- Serve hot while the cheese is gooey and butter is fresh.
Notes
- Add cayenne or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
- Use a cheese blend (Parmesan, mozzarella, cheddar) for richer flavor.
- Grill instead of boiling for a smoky twist.
- Mix fresh herbs like basil, dill, or oregano into the butter.
- Try a Mexican-style version with cotija cheese and sour cream or mayo.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
