This Smoked Corn on the Cob is sweet, savory, and full of smokey flavor. A smoker side dish recipe that is super simple to prepare along with your smoked main dish recipe.
Corn on the cob recipe is an all-time favorite summer ingredient! There is nothing like grilled corn that is deliciously juicy, tender, and tasty.
Smoked corn on the cob has great smoky flavor that will take your fresh sweet corn to the next level. A perfectly cooked corn cob recipe is not easy to achieve but with a few smoker tips, you will be making smoked corn like a pro!!
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Ingredients for Smoking Corn on the Cob
Corn on the Cob
Butter
Fresh Herbs of Your Choice – Parsley, Basil, Fresh Cilantro, Mint, etc.
Salt and Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
Minced Garlic
Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, or Chili Powder
Smoked Paprika
Lime Juice
Grated Parmesan Cheese
Smoked Corn on the Cob with Husks
This smoked sweet corn is a unique recipe. Smoked corn on the cob in foil is not what you want.
When you wrap the corn in foil it helps to cook the cobs, but it blocks the smoke from flavoring it. We want the smoky flavor to give the corn an extra layer of depth.
A touch of pellet smoke and some butter with seasonings adds a sweet smoky flavor to fresh corn. When I smoke corn, I like to use nice, light smoky flavors such as cherry, apple, or competition blend to keep it from an overpowering smokiness.
How to Make Smoke Corn on the Cob
Gather all the ingredients to make the smoke corn on the cob. Preheat the pellet smoker to 225°F.
Fill the pellet smoker bin with your pellets of choice. I like to use competition blend pellets.
Clean the cobs of corn by carefully peeling back the husk layers. Leave them attached to the bottom stem.
Remove all the “silk” string pieces from the husk and the ear of corn. Prepare the butter mixture by adding the butter, freshly chopped herbs, salt, and pepper to a microwavable bowl or small pot.
Heat until the butter is just melted. Stir to combine all the butter ingredients. Use a silicone basting brush to brush the seasoned melted butter mixture onto the ears of corn.
You can leave the corn husks off or fold half the husk back onto the ear of corn and leave the other half of husk folded back.
I like to do half and half so that the ear of corn can get some moisture from the husk, but it can also be exposed to soak up the smoky flavor.
How to Smoke Corn on the Cob
Once the smoker grill has come to 225°F, place the ears of corn onto the grill grate. Close the lid and cook for 25 minutes.
Turn the corn on the cob over with a pair of tongs. Baste with more seasoned butter and continue cooking for about 20 minutes.
Test for doneness by poking into one of the kernels of corn to make sure it’s nice and tender. When the smoked corn on the cob is fully done, remove from the smoker and serve immediately.
What to Serve with Smoked Corn on the Cob?
When the corn on the cob is cooking on the smoker, pair it with other smoked recipes. Try one of these great recipes!
- Smoked Spatchcock Chicken
- BBQ Smoked Chicken Thighs
- Smoked Pulled Pork Mac and Cheese
- Venison Kabobs on the Smoker
- Smoked Burger Recipe
- Chicken Kabobs on the Pellet Smoker
- Smoked Potato Salad
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How to Store Smoked Corn on the Cob
The best way to store leftover smoked corn on the cob is to cut the kernels off the ears. Using a sharp knife, hold the skinny end up, start at the top, and carefully cut the kernels off.
Place in an airtight container or a Ziplock bag. Store in the refrigerator for up to 6 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat in the microwave or a pot on the stove. Add a little extra butter and test for seasonings.
Smoked Corn on the Cob – FAQ
When smoking at 225°F, it should take between 45-60 minutes, but cooking times will vary. Always test the kernels for doneness before removing from the smoker.
No, the corn should not be wrapped before cooking on the smoker grill. If the corn is wrapped in aluminum foil, then the smoke will not be able to flavor the kernels. It isn’t necessary that corn is wrapped in foil.
Make sure to buy sweet corn while it is in season and buy local. The best place to buy corn on the cob is from your local farmers market or a local farmer. Otherwise check your local grocery store and try to buy a local brand.
Smoked Corn on the Cob Recipe
Smoked Corn on the Cob Recipe
This Smoked Corn on the Cob is sweet, savory, and full of smokey flavor. A smoker side dish recipe that is super simple to prepare along with your smoked main dish recipe.
Ingredients
- Corn on the Cob 3 each
- Butter, Salted 3 tablespoons
- Fresh Parsley, Chopped 2 teaspoons
- Salt 1/8 teaspoon
- Pepper 1/8 teaspoon
Instructions
How to Make Smoke Corn on the Cob
- Gather all ingredients to make the smoke corn on the cob.
- Preheat the pellet smoker grill to 225°F. Fill the pellet bin with your pellets of choice.
- Clean the cobs of sweet corn by carefully peeling back the husk layers. Leave the husks attached to the bottom stem. Remove all the “silk” string pieces from the husk and the ear of sweet corn.
- Prepare the butter mixture ingredients by adding the butter, freshly chopped parsley, salt, and pepper to a microwavable bowl or small pot. Heat until the butter is melted. Stir to combine the butter ingredients.
- Use a silicone basting brush to apply the seasoned melted butter mixture onto the ears of corn. You can remove the corn husks or fold half the husk back onto the ear of corn and leave the other half of husk folded back. I like to do half and half so that the ear of sweet corn can get some moisture from the husk, but it can also be exposed to soak up the smoky flavor.
How to Smoke Corn on the Cob
- Once the pellet smoker grill has come to 225°F, place the buttered ears of corn onto the grill grate.
- Close the smoker lid and cook for 25 minutes.
- Turn the ears of corn over with a pair of tongs.
- Baste with more seasoned butter mixture and continue cooking for about 20 minutes.
- Test for corn doneness by poking into one of the kernels to make sure it’s nice and tender. When the smoker corn on the cob is fully done, remove from the smoker and serve hot.
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Nutrition Information
Yield
3Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 201Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 31mgSodium 437mgCarbohydrates 22gFiber 3gSugar 5gProtein 4g
Note: For exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information is simply a guideline.
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