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Roasted Corn & Jalapeño Pizza – A Spicy-Sweet SoCal Summer Favorite

Roasted Corn & Jalapeño Pizza

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Total Time: 32 minutes
Servings: 3 people
Author: Jay Trabelsi

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 1 ball pizza dough about 250 g, store-bought or homemade
  • All-purpose flour for dusting

Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Pinch of sea salt

Toppings:

  • 1 cup roasted corn kernels grilled or from a skillet
  • 1 fresh jalapeño thinly sliced (remove seeds for less heat)
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp red onion finely diced
  • Fresh cilantro leaves for garnish
  • Chili-lime seasoning like Tajín, optional
  • Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

Preparation:

    Preheat Oven:

    • Preheat your oven to 500°F (260°C) with the pizza stone or steel inside. Let it heat for at least 30 minutes.

    Roast the Corn:

    • If using fresh corn, roast it in a hot skillet or grill pan until lightly charred. Cool and cut off the kernels.

    Prep the Dough:

    • Lightly flour your surface and stretch or roll the dough into a 10–12-inch circle. Let it rest for 5 minutes.

    Assembly & Baking:

      Add the Sauce:

      • Brush olive oil evenly across the dough. Sprinkle minced garlic and sea salt over it.

      Layer the Cheese:

      • Add shredded mozzarella, followed by corn, sliced jalapeños, diced red onions, and crumbled cotija.

      Bake:

      • Transfer the pizza onto the hot stone/steel and bake for 10–12 minutes until the crust is golden and cheese bubbly.

      Finish & Garnish:

      • Remove from the oven. Sprinkle fresh cilantro, a dash of chili-lime seasoning (if using), and serve with lime wedges on the side.

      Notes

      • For even more flavor, char the corn over open flame if you have a gas stove.
      • Swap cotija for goat cheese for a tangy variation.
      • Want a smoky twist? Add a drizzle of chipotle crema after baking.
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