210+ Corn Jokes That’ll Butter You Up

Alright, buckle up—you’re about to dive into the corniest corn jokes you’ve ever heard. Whether you’re eating corn on the cob, getting lost in the corn maze, or just need to laugh at something ridiculous, I got you. And trust me, after reading these, you’ll be popping with laughter like kernels in hot oil.

Why Corn Jokes Are So A-Maize-ing

Let’s face it—corn jokes are like a warm, buttered cob. Simple. Comforting. And always a crowd-pleaser. And don’t even get me started on the pun potential. You can throw them anywhere—at a cookout, during family dinner, or heck, even at your neighbor’s BBQ where you’ve somehow become the “punny” one.

But, seriously. Why do we love these corn jokes so much? Well, for starters, they’re easy, they’re safe for the kids, and honestly, they’ve been making us laugh for years. I remember telling my cousin some corn jokes when we were little, and I swear we laughed so hard, I thought we’d pass out from the giggles. Good times, good times.

Classic Corn Jokes to Start You Off

Let’s kick things off with a few classics—these ones never get old. They’re like your favorite pair of worn-out jeans or a favorite cereal you just can’t quit.

Corny Classics:

1. What do you call a mythical vegetable? A unicorn!
   
2. Why did the corn stalk break up with the sunflower? It was getting too seedy.
   
3. What did one ear of corn say to the other? “Stop stalking me!”
   
4. How do you make popcorn laugh? You butter tell a good joke!
   
5. Why was the corn afraid of the field? Too many stalkers!

I can almost hear the groans now. “Oh, that’s sooo cheesy!” But trust me, you’ll catch yourself chuckling at least once—just like I did when I told these at my cousin’s wedding last year. Not sure if they were laughing at the jokes, or if they just needed a distraction from the overcooked chicken.

Corn Jokes for Kids (Totally Safe & Funny!)

So, let’s say you’re in the presence of tiny humans. Or you’re just feeling nostalgic for those days when you could tell a joke that wouldn’t make anyone awkwardly look at their shoes. These corn jokes are perfect for the kiddos (and yes, adults too, because we all need a laugh).

Kid-Approved Corn Jokes:

• What did the baby corn say to the mama corn? “Where’s popcorn?”
• Why did the corn go to school? To become a little kernel of knowledge!
• What do you get when you cross corn and a cow? Corned beef!
• Knock, knock!
  Who’s there?
  Corn.
  Corn who?
  Corny jokes are the best, don’t you agree?

Okay, not gonna lie—those first two jokes? I pulled those out at my cousin’s kids’ birthday party, and my nephew told me they were “so corny that they were cool.” It’s been his tagline ever since. Who knew corn could be that impactful?

One-Liner Corn Jokes You Can Pop Out Anytime

Let’s keep it short, sweet, and to the point. These one-liners are your secret weapon when you need to break an awkward silence or spice up a dull conversation.

Pop These in a Conversation:

• I find corn very a-peeling.
• I’m ear-resistible when I tell corn jokes.
• That corn was so good, I kernel-ly contained myself.
• You butter believe I love popcorn!
• I’m stalking you—but only in the cornfield.

I swear, I told these at a family reunion last summer, and my uncle Rick looked like he might actually have a stroke from laughing so hard. It was worth it though.

Corn Jokes for Instagram Captions

The next time you’re posting a cute pic with your corn on the cob or that cornfield selfie, drop one of these captions and prepare for the love (and laughs) to roll in.

Insta-Worthy Corn Puns:

• Feeling a-maize-ing today! 
• Corn you not?
• Popcorn and chill.
• I’m too corny for my own good.
• Just a-maize-d at how good this looks.

You know how I know these are winners? I posted one about feeling “corn-tastic” last summer and got like 15 likes from people I haven’t spoken to since high school. Classic.

Dad Jokes Level: Corn Edition

If you’ve ever experienced dad humor, you know exactly what I’m talking about. Well, buckle up, because these corn jokes are 100% dad-level, cringe-worthy puns that will either make you laugh or make you want to hide under the table. (Or both.)

Dad-Approved Jokes:

1. I used to be a farmer, but I couldn’t get my corn to listen… it just wouldn’t ear me.
2. That corn told me a joke. It was popping with humor!
3. I ate too much corn—I’m feeling a little husky.
4. Why don’t corn ever win at hide-and-seek? Because they always pop out!
5. Son: “Dad, I’m hungry.”
   Dad: “Hi hungry, I’m corn-fused!”

I know, I know—these are so bad, but you can’t tell me you didn’t crack a smile. I tried telling one to my buddy Kyle, and he looked at me like I was the worst human alive. But then I caught him saying one of the jokes later that week, so… Yeah, I got him.

Flirty and Funny Corn Jokes for Your Crush

Here’s the thing. We’re in 2025, and if you aren’t using corn puns to flirt, then what are you doing with your life? Just trust me on this one. (You can thank me later.)

Corny Pick-Up Lines:

• Are you a cornfield? Because I’m lost in your stalks.
• You butter believe I’m crushing on you.
• Let’s get poppin’—you bring the corn, I’ll bring the charm.
• You’re so sweet, you must be candy corn.
• I’m just a kernel in a field of love.

Honestly? I once told these to my neighbor’s daughter at a BBQ, and she still brings them up every time she sees me. I’m now known as “The Corn Guy.” It’s a thing.

Halloween Corn Jokes That Are A-Maize-ing

Ah, Halloween. The perfect time to get cheesy. Literally. These corn jokes are the perfect mix of spooky and hilarious.

Spooky Corn Puns:

• Why did the ghost haunt the cornfield? It had a kernel of unfinished business.
• What do you call corn in costume? Candy corn!
• That corn is haunted—it keeps whispering “boo-tter me up.”
• Frankenstein loves corn—especially when it’s shock-full of flavor.
• Trick or treat? Just gimme that corn!

I tossed these out at my sister’s Halloween party last year. She gave me that look—the one that says, “If you don’t stop, I’m going to kick you out of my house.”

Silly Corn Knock-Knock Jokes

Knock, knock.
Who’s there?
Corn.

Yeah. These ones hit differently. Get ready to embrace the absurdity.

Knock-Knock, Who’s Corn?

• Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Kernel.
  Kernel who?
  Kernel Sanders? Nah, just your friendly corn pun supplier!
  
• Knock, knock.
  Who’s there?
  Pop.
  Pop who?
  Popcorn, open up!

If you’re feeling brave, try pulling these off at a family reunion. I dare you.

210+ Corn Jokes Compilation (Rapid Fire Style)

Okay, I’m not gonna lie—this is where things get a little wild. Ready for the rollercoaster of corn jokes? Hold on tight.

Bulk Batch Corny Gold:

1. Why was the corn so calm? It was a cob of peace.
   
2. I corn-t help myself from laughing.
   
3. That joke was poppin’!
   
4. Butter luck next time.
   
5. Corn’t stop, won’t stop.
   
6. You’re all ears, right?
   
7. Cornfused by how funny I am?
   
8. I’m all husk, no bite.
   
9. This joke is kernel-ly okay.
   
10. Keep it cornfidential!

Final Thoughts on Corn Jokes (and Why We Love ‘Em)

Fast forward past three failed attempts to explain quantum physics, and you’ll end up here: corn jokes are the way to go. They’re simple, they’re clean, and they never fail to get a smile (or an eye-roll) from everyone in the room.

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