Description
Mexican street corn flatbread combines the vibrant flavors of elote with the comforting crispiness of flatbread. With a creamy sauce, sweet corn, tangy cotija cheese, and fresh cilantro, this dish is a perfect fusion of tradition and comfort food. Quick to prepare and endlessly customizable, it’s ideal for casual dinners, gatherings, or a flavorful twist on your pizza night.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
- 1 lb. pizza dough (room temperature)
- All-purpose flour (for dusting)
Sauce:
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon chili powder (plus more for sprinkling)
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Toppings:
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or thawed from frozen)
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup crumbled cotija cheese
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven and Baking Sheets:
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Lightly dust two baking sheets with flour to prevent sticking.
- Shape the Dough:
- On a floured surface, divide the pizza dough into two balls.
- Roll or stretch each ball into a rectangle approximately 12″x6″. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking sheets.
- Make the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, mix the sour cream, mayonnaise, minced garlic, lime juice, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
- Reserve ¼ cup of the sauce for drizzling later.
- Assemble the Flatbreads:
- Spread the remaining sauce evenly over each flatbread, leaving a small border around the edges.
- Top with corn kernels, shredded mozzarella, and crumbled cotija cheese.
- Sprinkle a pinch of chili powder over the toppings for added flavor.
- Bake the Flatbreads:
- Place the baking sheets in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes.
- Rotate the sheets between the upper and lower racks after 10 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- The flatbreads are ready when the crust is crisp and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Drizzle the reserved sauce over the baked flatbreads.
- Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and serve with lime wedges for an extra burst of flavor.
- Slice and enjoy warm!
Notes
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh corn kernels and high-quality cheese elevate the flavor.
- Room Temperature Dough: Letting the dough warm slightly makes it easier to stretch.
- Even Cooking: Rotate baking sheets for uniform results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired