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Savory Honey Butter Grilled Corn on the Cob

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A quick and easy summer BBQ side featuring fresh corn grilled to perfection and coated with a sweet, buttery glaze seasoned with garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a hint of cayenne.

Ingredients

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  • 4 ears fresh corn on the cob, husked
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • a pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • lime wedges, for serving

Instructions

  1. Husk the corn completely and trim any excess silk. Rinse under cold water to remove stray strands. Pat dry with a clean towel. (5 minutes)
  2. In a small bowl, combine the softened unsalted butter, honey, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended. The butter should be soft enough to spread easily but not melted. (3 minutes)
  3. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 375°F to 400°F). If using charcoal, wait until the coals are glowing red with a light layer of ash. (10 minutes)
  4. Place the ears directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 10-12 minutes total, turning every 2-3 minutes to get even char marks. The kernels should become tender and develop a few dark spots but not burn. (10-12 minutes)
  5. During the last few minutes of grilling, brush the corn generously with the honey butter mixture. Flip and brush again so all sides get that glossy coating. (2-3 minutes)
  6. Use tongs to take the corn off the grill. Serve immediately with extra lime wedges on the side for squeezing. The butter will be melty and sweet with subtle smoky undertones.

Notes

Chill the honey butter mixture for 10 minutes before grilling to prevent it from melting and dripping off too quickly. Brush the honey butter on during the last few minutes of grilling to avoid burning the sugars. Dry the corn thoroughly after rinsing to ensure proper charring.

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Keywords: grilled corn, honey butter, summer BBQ, easy side dish, smoky corn, sweet and savory corn

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