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    Popular » Recipes » Instant Pot

    Easy Instant Pot Corn on the Cob Recipe

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Aug 7, 2023 by Dee

    Instant Pot Corn on the Cob with butter is tender, juicy and perfectly cooked every time! This easy pressure cooker side dish is perfect for summer! via @meamel

    Easy Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe with butter makes perfect corn every time! The perfect side dish for summer or whenever you are craving delicious sweet corn!

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    plate of instant pot corn on the cob with pat of butter on top.
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    • Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Corn
    • How to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot
    • How Long to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot?
    • Recipe Variations
    • How to Store Leftovers
    • Helpful Tips
    • More Instant Pot Side Dishes
    • Recipe
    • Reviews

    Chowing down on a sweet, juicy ear of corn that's slathered with butter and seasoned with a touch of salt is pure heaven! 

    Corn on the cob is seriously one of my favorite summer Instant Pot recipes, and it's so dang easy to make!

    There are so many ways to cook corn on the cob, and over the years, I think I've tried them all.

    Making corn on the cob in the Instant Pot is the easy way to cook this summer staple. It's definitely the easiest way of cooking corn, other than microwave corn, I've ever used! And, pressure cooking corn doesn't heat up your kitchen or make a mess all over your stove.

    My family loves aluminum foil grilled corn on the cob, but when it's 120 degrees out, it's not that practical!If grilling corn isn't an option, I microwave corn or I make corn on the cob in the air fryer or I boil corn in salted water with a stick of butter. It's so good, but it's even easier to make in the Instant Pot!

    Ingredients for Pressure Cooker Corn

    • Fresh corn -- Husked and cleaned and trimmed, if needed. You can find sweet corn in your grocery stores or in farmer's markets during sweet summer corn season.
    • Butter -- for flavor
    • Water -- cold water to help the Instant Pot build pressure

    You will also need a trivet for this pressure cooker recipe. This will keep the corn out of the water so the corn steams without a steamer basket.

    How to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot

    All you do is remove the corn husks and silk. Then, place your clean ears of corn on top of the trivet in the bottom of the Pot.

    I used my 6-quart Instant Pot, so I added a cup of water, to the inner pot, as well. For an 8 quart or larger, use 1.5 to 2 cups of water or the recommended amount of water for your model.

    And because a little butter makes everything better, I added a few pats of butter on the corn.

    corn on the cob with butter in the instant pot

    How Long to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Instant Pot?

    How long you cook the corn in the Instant Pot depends upon how soft you like it.

    3 minutes cooking time was too soft for us, but 2 minutes on high pressure was perfect! Make sure you do a quick release!

    The corn was still slightly firm, but definitely juicy and soft enough to easily bite and chew.

    ear of cooked corn in tongs over instant pot

    When the corn was done, I placed the ears on a large platter and poured the butter water all over. This is an optional step, but it adds extra flavor. I do this when I boil the corn, too!

    instant pot corn on the cob with butter in hands

    Recipe Variations

    If you want to take your corn to the next level, try making Mexican Street Corn! Salty cotija cheese pairs perfectly with tender corn.

    You can add garlic butter and Parmesan cheese or add more spice with a sprinkle of chili pepper.

    You can add a little butter and a little salt before you chow down. Mmm. So good! Juicy corn is a delicious side to serve with Instant Pot Hamburgers!

    plate of corn on the cob with butter on top

    How to Store Leftovers

    Refrigerate leftover pressure cooker corn in an airtight container. It keeps for up to 4 days.

    You can freeze cooked corn on the cob for up to 3 months in a freezer-safe bag for best results. I prefer to remove the corn kernels prior to freezing, but you can freeze whole corn cobs.

    Helpful Tips

    Layer ears of corn in the electric pressure cooker so they cook evenly.

    The cook time is the same no matter how many pieces of corn you are cooking.

    Make sure the inner seal is tightly in the lid, the vent is on sealing position and always do a quick pressure release or the corn will be overcooked.

    More Instant Pot Side Dishes

    • Instant Pot Jasmine Rice
    • Instant Pot Orange Ginger Carrots
    • Instant Pot Potato Salad
    • Instant Pot Mashed Potatoes
    • Easy Instant Pot Potatoes

    Recipe

    instant pot corn on the cob with butter on white platter.

    Instant Pot Corn on the Cob Recipe

    Published by Dee
    Easy Instant Pot Corn on the Cob recipe with butter makes perfect corn every time! The perfect side dish for summer or whenever you are craving delicious sweet corn!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 2 minutes mins
    minutes to pressurize 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 22 minutes mins
    Course side
    Cuisine American
    Servings 5
    Calories 128 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
      

    • 5 medium ears of corn husks and silks removed and cleaned
    • 1 cup water
    • 2 tablespoons butter

    Instructions
     

    • Place the trivet in the Instant Pot, and add the water
    • Place the corn on the trivet, and add the butter on top of the corn
    • Cover, turn valve to sealing position, and hit PRESSURE COOK for 2 minutes on high pressure
    • When pot beeps, and cook time is over, turn valve to venting position for a quick release
    • When pin drops, open lid, and remove corn to a large platter. Top with melted butter, if desired, and serve immediately

    Notes

    Recipe made in the 6 quart Instant Pot. For an 8 quart or larger, use recommended amount of water.
    You can use as many ears as will fit in your pressure cooker without changing time or amount of water.

    Nutrition information is estimated. Please do your own calculation to fit special diets.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 128kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 54mgPotassium: 277mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 331IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 1mg
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    Recipe originally published in 2018 and updated in 2023.

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    1. Shawn says

      August 10, 2023 at 11:24 am

      Easiest way to cook corn on the cobb! Hot and tender! Family loved them!5 stars

      Reply
    2. George says

      June 27, 2021 at 12:58 pm

      Cooking these in the Instant Pot is so much easier than putting them on the grill! Loved it!5 stars

      Reply
    3. Sammy says

      June 26, 2021 at 1:50 pm

      Very buttery and delicious! Made these for dinner and I agree that Instant Pot is much easier than the grill.5 stars

      Reply
    4. James says

      August 10, 2020 at 4:29 pm

      Made this yesterday and it was awesome. Another kid favorite and much faster to cook.5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        August 11, 2020 at 8:20 pm

        So glad you all liked it, James. Thanks!

    5. Kathie Meller says

      July 29, 2018 at 3:11 pm

      Confused ... cook time says 21 minutes .. total time says 26 minutes but the directions say pressure for 2 minutes??

      Reply
      • Dee says

        July 29, 2018 at 4:28 pm

        I was allowing extra time for the pot to pressurize and release, but I see how that was confusing! I've updated the cook time to 2 minutes, although the total time will vary. 🙂

    6. Chrissie says

      May 22, 2018 at 3:53 am

      I wish I had an Instant Pot for this recipe alone! Waiting for a huge pot of water to boil is annoying when all you want is juicy corn on the cob!5 stars

      Reply
    7. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

      May 01, 2018 at 5:46 am

      I have an Instant Pot but don't use it as often as I should. Thanks for giving me a new reason to use it.

      Reply
    8. Jacque Hastert says

      April 30, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      Wishing I had an ear right now 😉5 stars

      Reply
    9. Carol says

      April 30, 2018 at 3:39 pm

      Awesome! Pinning!

      Reply
    10. Sandra | A Dash of Sanity says

      April 30, 2018 at 10:32 am

      This is a great idea! Can't wait to give this a try!5 stars

      Reply
    11. Paula - bell'alimento says

      April 30, 2018 at 8:58 am

      I seriously can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    12. Katerina @ diethood .com says

      April 29, 2018 at 12:49 pm

      Such a fantastic idea!! LOVE it!!5 stars

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 29, 2018 at 3:13 pm

        Thanks, Katerina. It's my new favorite way to make corn on the cob! 🙂

    13. Sabrina says

      April 28, 2018 at 4:13 am

      Wow, what a great way to free up your stovetop by using the IP! The is such a great idea!

      Reply
      • Dee says

        April 28, 2018 at 10:02 pm

        It definitely gives you some extra room in the kitchen!

    14. Jen says

      April 28, 2018 at 4:11 am

      This is going to save me for every holiday or BBQ! Pinning!!

      Reply

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