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    Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob

    Published: Mar 19, 2024 · Modified: May 12, 2025 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    This recipe for buttery and sweet Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob is a great way to make a delicious corn side dish. It’s full of flavor without any work!

    Three ears of corn on a plate seasoned with a slow cooker in the background.

    Corn is such a wonderful ingredient. It tastes great when prepared simply and takes on complex flavors so well. It is one of my go-to options for side dishes because I’ve never met anyone who doesn’t enjoy some sort of rendition of corn.

    This Crock Pot corn recipe is not only easy to prepare, but the result is deliciously seasoned corn on the cob that I will surely make over and over. If you’ve never made corn on the cob in the Crock Pot — what are you waiting for? It is so tender and bursting with sweet and salty flavors. It’s a winning side dish for sure!

    If you are looking for more tasty slow cooker sides, I’ve got you covered! Try Slow Cooker Cabbage, Slow Cooker Collard Greens, or Slow Cooker Brussels Sprouts to accompany your next meal.

    Why You’ll Love This Crockpot Corn Recipe

    • Set it and forget it: Unlike other corn preparations, you don’t need to stand in front of a grill or stovetop. You place the corn in the crock pot and let it cook!
    • Budget-friendly: Fresh corn on the cob is a very inexpensive ingredient. It’s perfect for a crowd or a large family with a small budget.
    • Quick and easy prep: There’s minimal work involved with this recipe. It takes about 5 minutes to prepare.

    Ingredients

    This 3 ingredient corn on the cob recipe is simple yet tasty. For more info, scroll down to the recipe card below.

    Ingredients to make crockpot corn on the cob on the table before cooking.
    • Corn: You can buy your corn on the cob shucked or you can do it yourself. Any sweet corn variety is great because it goes well with the seasoning and rich butter.
    • Butter: Whether you use salted or unsalted butter is up to you. I love the salty flavor so I tend to reach for the salted first. I’ve made this recipe with both so it’s super tasty either way.
    • Salt and pepper: This is a super simple recipe that only uses salt and pepper. I add a pinch or two on the corn before it cooks and add a little more before serving as needed.

    See the recipe card below for the full ingredient list and exact quantities of each ingredient.

    Variations

    • Garlic Parmesan Herb Corn on the Cob: Add minced garlic, parmesan, and chopped fresh herbs like thyme or parsley for a fresh but cheesy rendition. 
    • Cajun Corn on the Cob: Use your favorite spice blend or make your own! Most have cayenne pepper to add a spicy kick that pairs wonderfully with the sweet buttery flavor of the corn.
    • Honey Butter Corn on the Cob: Melt the butter with honey and brush the corn on the cob before cooking. It adds a little extra sweetness to the corn that I absolutely love.

    How to Cook Corn on the Cob in the Slow Cooker

    Here are the instructions on how to make Crock Pot corn on the cob.

    Step 1: Prepare the foil. Cut 6 pieces of foil and set them down on the counter. Lay one corn on the cob in the middle of each sheet.

    Corn on a piece of foil topped with a pat of butter and seasoning.

    Step 2: Add butter. Top each ear of corn with about ½ tablespoon of butter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

    Wrapped corn on the cob with one open to show it in the crockpot with butter and seasoning on top.

    Step 3: Wrap the corn. Wrap each ear of corn in the aluminum foil and layer them in the slow cooker. 

    Foil wrapped ears of corn in the slow cooker.

    Step 4: Cook. Cook on low for about 3 hours. 

    Brushing cooked corn with butter using a pastry brush and a slow cooker in the background.

    Step 5: Adjust seasoning. Remove and unwrap the corn. Add more salt, pepper, and butter as needed.

    Step 6: Serve. Enjoy it with your favorite meal!

    Ears of cooked corn on the cob with a slow cooker in the background.

    ⭐️ Hint: Wrapping the ears of corn in foil keeps all of the moisture in to ensure you end up with juicy corn on the cob every time.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy this Scalloped Corn Casserole or our Cocktail Seafood Salad recipe.

    Storage

    • Storing: Place leftover corn on the cob in an airtight container. It will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing cooked ears of corn as it likely will end up quite mushy.
    • Reheating: Use an oven or air fryer for best results. Warm in an air fryer or oven at 350 degrees F until heated through.

    Serving Suggestions

    • Seafood and corn pair perfectly. Try this slow cooker sweet buttery corn on the cob with Instant Pot Shrimp or Shrimp Stuffed Salmon.
    • This is the perfect easy side dish to pair with sous vide meat for a simple but amazing meal. Make this easy corn on the cob with Perfectly Tender Sous Vide Ribs or Sous Vide Whole Chicken.
    • Enjoy Turkey Burger Sliders or Grilled Cheese Hamburger with Bacon with this corn recipe instead of traditional French fries.
    • Add a little veggies to accompany your Chicken and Waffle Tacos or Smoked Pork Tacos.
    Cooked slow cooker corn on the cob on a white oval platter on the table.

    Tips

    • Small slow cooker. If you have a smaller slow cooker, try cutting the ears of corn in half before seasoning and wrapping them. They should fit better in the bottom of the pot.
    • Skip the foil. Can’t wrap your slow cooker corn on the cob in foil? Cover the bottom of the pot with water and steam the corn instead!
    • Check for doneness. If you are unsure if the corn is cooked, pierce a corn kernel with a fork. If it is tender and slightly crisp, it’s ready!

    Recipe FAQs

    How long do you cook corn on the cob in a slow cooker?

    It was cooked to perfection after 3 hours on low heat.

    Can I put frozen corn in the Crock Pot?

    I recommend thawing frozen corn on the cob in the refrigerator overnight before cooking.

    Can you cook corn on the cob in a Crock Pot?

    Yes! It’s a simple shortcut recipe that still provides a delicious result!

    Crockpot corn on the cob in a white serving dish with a linen towel to the side.

    Video

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    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Three ears of slow cooker corn on the cob on the table in front of the crockpot.

    Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob

    Karin and Ken
    This recipe for buttery and sweet Slow Cooker Corn on the Cob is a great way to make a delicious corn side dish. It’s full of flavor without any work!
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 3 hours hrs
    Total Time 3 hours hrs 5 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 51 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 6 ears corn husked
    • 3 Tablespoons butter divided
    • Salt
    • Pepper
    • Aluminum Foil necessary for wrapping the corn
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    Instructions
     

    • Cut 6 sheets of aluminum foil, big enough to wrap each ear of corn individually.
    • Place the corn in the center of the foil and top with about ½ Tablespoon of butter.
    • Sprinkle it with salt and pepper and seal tightly in the foil.
    • Place the foil wrapped corn into the slow cooker and cook for about 3 hours on low heat.
    • Remove the corn from the slow cooker, unwrap and adjust butter, salt and pepper as needed.

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    Notes

    • Small slow cooker. If you have a smaller slow cooker, try cutting the ears of corn in half before seasoning and wrapping them. They should fit better in the bottom of the pot.
    • Skip the foil. Can’t wrap your slow cooker corn on the cob in foil? Cover the bottom of the pot with water and steam the corn instead!
    • Check for doneness. If you are unsure if the corn is cooked, pierce a corn kernel with a fork. If it is tender and slightly crisp, it’s ready!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 51kcalCarbohydrates: 0.2gProtein: 0.1gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 45mgPotassium: 4mgFiber: 0.02gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 178IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 0.01mg
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