Creamy Garlic Butter Baked Corn on the Cob 

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Ingredients Overview

Using simple ingredients but layering flavors is the secret to this dish. Everything works together to enhance the natural sweetness of the corn.

🌽 Ingredients for the Corn Base

  • 10–12 fresh corn cobs (husks removed)
  • Water for boiling
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling water)

🧄 Ingredients for the Garlic Butter Cream Sauce

  • 120 g unsalted butter
  • 5 cloves garlic, finely minced
  • 250 ml heavy cream
  • 120 ml milk
  • 100 g cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried parsley

🧀 Optional Cheese Topping (Highly Recommended)

  • 150 g shredded mozzarella
  • 50 g grated parmesan or cheddar

🌿 Garnish (Optional but Beautiful)

  • Fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • Extra black pepper

🍳 Equipment You’ll Need

  • Large pot
  • Aluminum baking tray (like in the image)
  • Saucepan
  • Oven
  • Whisk
  • Tongs or fork
  • Aluminum foil

🌽 Preparing the Corn

  1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  2. Add salt to the boiling water.
  3. Carefully place the corn cobs into the pot.
  4. Boil for 6–8 minutes, just until tender.
  5. Remove and drain well.
  6. Let the corn cool slightly, then cut each cob in half if needed to fit your baking tray.

Boiling first ensures the corn is juicy and tender before baking.

🧄 Making the Garlic Butter Cream Sauce

This sauce is the heart of the recipe.

  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.
  2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30–40 seconds until fragrant (do not brown).
  3. Pour in the heavy cream and milk.
  4. Add the cream cheese and whisk continuously until smooth.
  5. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and parsley.
  6. Reduce heat and let the sauce simmer gently for 5 minutes, stirring often.
  7. Remove from heat once the sauce thickens slightly.

The sauce should be creamy but pourable.

🔥 Assembling the Dish

  1. Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
  2. Lightly grease the baking tray with butter.
  3. Arrange the corn evenly in the tray.
  4. Pour the garlic butter cream sauce generously over the corn.
  5. Use a spoon to coat every piece thoroughly.
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella and parmesan evenly on top.

At this stage, the tray should look rich and indulgent, just like the image.

🧀 Baking the Corn

  1. Cover the tray loosely with aluminum foil.
  2. Bake for 25 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil.
  4. Increase oven temperature to 200°C (400°F).
  5. Bake uncovered for another 15–20 minutes, until:
    • The cheese is melted
    • The sauce is bubbling
    • The corn edges are golden

For extra browning, you can broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.

🌿 Final Touches

  • Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the top.
  • Add extra black pepper if desired.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

This dish pairs beautifully with:

  • Grilled chicken or steak
  • Roasted fish
  • Barbecue meats
  • Fresh salads

It can also stand alone as a comfort food favorite.

❄️ Storage and Reheating

Storage

  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheating

  • Oven: 170°C (340°F) for 15 minutes
  • Microwave: Cover and heat gently

Add a splash of milk or cream if the sauce thickens too much.

🌶️ Flavor Variations

Spicy Version

  • Add chili flakes or cayenne pepper
  • Drizzle hot sauce before baking

Mexican-Inspired

  • Add smoked paprika
  • Use Monterey Jack cheese
  • Finish with lime juice

Cheesy Explosion

  • Mix mozzarella, cheddar, and gouda

Herb Lover’s Version

  • Add fresh thyme, rosemary, or basil

🌱 Vegetarian & Halal Friendly

This recipe is naturally vegetarian and halal-friendly, making it suitable for many diets.

⭐ Tips for Perfect Baked Corn

  • Use fresh corn for best sweetness
  • Don’t overboil the corn
  • Use full-fat dairy for best texture
  • Let the dish rest before serving

❤️ Why Everyone Loves This Dish

This baked corn recipe is:

  • Easy to prepare
  • Rich and comforting
  • Perfect for sharing
  • Visually impressive
  • Loved by kids and adults alike

It transforms a simple vegetable into a show-stopping side dish that disappears fast.

🌽 Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a dish that’s creamy, savory, satisfying, and guaranteed to impress, this garlic butter baked corn on the cob is the answer. It’s the kind of recipe people ask for again and again.

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