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    Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

    This post may contain affiliate links. Please see disclosure for more information. Published: Jul 21, 2020 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

    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!

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    instant pot corn on the cob with butter in hands

    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. My family loves 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 like to boil the corn in a big pot of salted water with a stick of butter added. It's so good, but it's even easier to make in the Instant Pot!

    How to Steam Corn in the Instant Pot

    Making corn on the cob in the Instant Pot is so easy. It's definitely the easiest method of cooking corn I've ever used! And, it doesn't heat up your kitchen or make a mess all over your stove.

    All you do is remove the husks and place your clean ears of corn on the trivet in your Instant Pot. I used my 6-quart electric pressure cooker, so I added a cup of water, as well. For an 8 quart or larger, use the recommended amount of water.

    And because 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 Pressure Cooker?

    How long you cook the corn in the Instant Pot depends upon how soft you like it. 3 minutes was too soft for us, but 2 minutes was perfect!

    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!

    You can add more butter and a little salt before you chow down. Mmm. So good! This would be a delicious side to serve with Instant Pot Hamburgers! If you want to take your corn to the next level, try making Mexican Street Corn!

    plate of corn on the cob with butter on top

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    Instant Pot Corn on the Cob Recipe

    corn on the cob in hands

    Instant Pot Corn on the Cob

    Published by Dee
    Tender, juicy Instant Pot corn on the cob with butter is quick and easy to make in the electric pressure cooker and makes a perfect summer side dish!
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 2 mins
    minutes to pressurize 15 mins
    Total Time 22 mins
    Course side
    Cuisine American
    Servings 5
    Calories 60 kcal

    Equipment

    • Instant Pot Pressure Cooker

    Ingredients
      

    • 5 medium corn on the cob ears, husks removed and rinsed
    • 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
    • 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: 60kcal
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    Recipe originally published in 2018 and updated in 2020.

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    1. 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
    2. 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
    3. 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!

    4. 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. 🙂

    5. 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
    6. 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
    7. Jacque Hastert says

      April 30, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      Wishing I had an ear right now 😉5 stars

      Reply
    8. Carol says

      April 30, 2018 at 3:39 pm

      Awesome! Pinning!

      Reply
    9. 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
    10. Paula - bell'alimento says

      April 30, 2018 at 8:58 am

      I seriously can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    11. 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! 🙂

    12. 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!

    13. 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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