Description
This Cheesy Garlic Butter Corn on the Cob is the perfect combination of sweet corn, rich garlic butter, and melted cheese! It’s an easy, flavorful side dish that’s great for summer barbecues or any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ears of corn, husked
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Boil or Grill the Corn:
Boil the corn in a large pot of salted water for 8-10 minutes, or grill the corn on medium heat for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally until the corn is tender and cooked through. - Make the Garlic Butter:
While the corn is cooking, combine the melted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl. Stir to combine and set aside. - Coat the Corn:
Once the corn is cooked, use a brush or spoon to generously coat each ear of corn with the garlic butter mixture. - Add the Cheese:
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan and shredded mozzarella cheese over the buttered corn, pressing gently to help it adhere. - Season and Serve:
Season the corn with salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes if using. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color. Serve immediately!
Notes
- You can use any cheese you prefer, such as cheddar or a Mexican cheese blend.
- For extra flavor, try adding a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the corn before serving.
- Grilling the corn adds a smoky flavor, but boiling is a quicker option if you’re in a hurry.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ear of corn
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 30mg