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    Home » Recipes » Side » Smoked Corn On The Cob

    Smoked Corn On The Cob

    Published: May 20, 2022 · Modified: Apr 7, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Make Smoked Corn on the Cob this summer for a flavorful twist. Top the hot corn with seasoned butter to bring it to the next level!

    four smoked cobs of corn on a white platter

    One of the best things about summer is the fresh fruits and vegetables! We love sweet corn and look forward to enjoying it all summer long. There are countless ways to prepare corn on the cob but smoking it gives it a unique smoky flavor!

    What You’ll Find In This Post

    • Smoked Corn on the Cob Ingredients
    • How To Make Smoked Corn on the Cob
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Want more corn recipes? Try these next:
    ingredients for smoked corn on the cob

    Smoked Corn on the Cob Ingredients

    The main ingredient is the corn on the cob of course, but we also suggest making an easy flavored butter to spread on the hot corn. Scroll down for the complete recipe with ingredient measurements.

    • Corn on the Cob: Fresh corn on the cob is best! Look for bright, green stalks that are wrapped tightly around the cob.
    • Butter: Allow the butter to soften so that the seasonings will easily mix in.
    • Seasonings: We seasoned the butter with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
    four cobs of corn on a plate

    How To Make Smoked Corn on the Cob

    You don’t have to own a smoker to make smoked corn on the cob! We used our grill with a wood chip foil packet, and it worked great. Scroll down for the printable recipe card and complete instructions.

    • Grill Smoker: Prepare a wood chip foil packet and preheat the grill to 275˚F to 300˚F with the foil packet on one side of the grill.
    • Shuck: In the meantime, shuck (aka peel) the corn and remove the silks. We left the husks attached and used a strip of husk to tie them in a bundle. You could also use kitchen twine.
    • Smoke: Turn the burners off on one side of the grill and leave the wood chip packet on the side with the burners on low. Place the corn on the cob on the unlit side. Smoke the corn for 30-40 minutes, turning occasionally, until heated through.
    • Butter: Mix together the softened butter and seasonings. Spread the seasoned butter on the hot corn and serve while warm.
    a platter with four cobs of corn on it

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long do you smoke corn?

    It takes about 35-45 minutes at 275˚F to smoke corn. If you want to smoke it at a lower temperature, that works too, but it will take longer.

    Is smoked corn on the cob good?

    Yes! Smoking corn slowly heats the corn while giving it a unique smoky flavor.

    How do you know when smoked corn is done?

    Smoked corn is done when the corn is heated through, and the kernels are tender.

    a cob of corn with a bite out of it

    Want more corn recipes? Try these next:

    Wondering how long to boil corn on the cob? We’ve got you covered with this classic boiled corn on the cob recipe. Serve hot with lots of butter and salt.

    Here’s how to grill corn on the cob with the husks. It’s so easy to do with no prep, no soaking, and no peeling the sweet corn beforehand.

    Oven roasted foil wrapped corn on the cob is easy to prepare with very little mealtime clean up! The moist, buttery corn will be a summer staple.

    Wondering how to freeze corn on the cob? Here is an easy way to have delicious sweet corn year round! Includes instructions for how to cook frozen corn.

    smoked corn on the cob on a platter

    Smoked Corn on the Cob

    Make Smoked Corn on the Cob this summer for a flavorful twist. Top the hot corn with seasoned butter to bring it to the next level!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 4
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    Equipment

    Weber Grill
    Cherry Wood Chips

    Ingredients

    • 4 ears corn on the cob
    • ⅓ cup butter
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon paprika
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper

    Instructions

    • Prepare a foil wood chip packet by placing two to three handfuls of smoking chips in a center of a piece of heavy-duty foil. Fold up the sides to wrap around the wood chips leaving the top open.
      hands forming tinfoil around wood chips
    • Preheat the grill to 275˚F – 300˚F with the wood chip foil packet on the rack on the right side of the grill.
      a tinfoil pouch with wood chips on a grill grate
    • While the grill is heating, prepare the corn by peeling the husks and removing the silks. You can leave the husks attached and tie them together with a strip of the husk (or use kitchen twine) if desired.
      an ear of corn on a countertop
    • Turn the burner on the right half of the grill to low and turn the other burners on the left off. Leave the wood chip packed on the right side over the burners that are on. Place the corn on the cob on the unlit left side of the grill.
      four ears of corn on a grill
    • Cook the corn at 275˚F – 300˚F for 35-45 minutes, until hot.
      several ears of corn cooking on a grill
    • Mix together the butter, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Spread over the hot corn.
      a spatula is used to spread butter on four cobs of corn

    Video

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1ear of corn | Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 902mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g
    Course: Side
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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