- Why did the corn make the pizza soggy?
- Canned corn contains a lot of water. It must be drained thoroughly and even patted dry with paper towels before use.
- What temperature should I bake at?
- As high as possible (425-480°F), so the dough rises quickly and the cheese browns before the vegetables dry out.
Sweet Corn & Cheese Pizza
Corn pizza, often called 'Pizza Mimosa' in Italy (sometimes with cream), is a favorite among kids and teens. While controversial to some, the natural sweetness of the corn concentrates during baking, and the kernels become pleasantly crisp. The secret is balance: salty cheese and acidic tomatoes counteract the corn's sugar.
Ingredients
10
oz
Pizza Dough (store-bought or homemade)
2/3
cup
Pizza Sauce (thick)
7
oz
Mozzarella Cheese (low-moisture)
1
cup
Canned Corn (drained)
2
oz
Parmesan Cheese
2
tbsp
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
10
leaves
Fresh Basil
1
pinch
Salt
1
pinch
Pepper
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Equipment Needed
- Baking sheet or pizza stone
- Rolling pin
- Paper towels (for drying corn)
Allergen Information
Wheat
Milk
Instructions
1
✓
Drain the corn liquid and spread kernels on a paper towel to dry.
Tip: Moisture is the enemy of pizza: it creates steam that prevents browning.
2
✓
Roll out the dough. If taking it from the fridge, let it rest at room temperature for 20 minutes.
Tip: Cold dough is inelastic; resting relaxes the gluten, allowing you to stretch it without tearing.
3
✓
Spread a thin layer of tomato sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
Tip: Too much sauce acts as a barrier and makes the dough soggy.
4
✓
Scatter the dried corn and cheeses on top.
Tip: The corn sugars caramelize in high heat; the cheese fat helps distribute flavor.
5
✓
Drizzle with olive oil and bake at 425-480°F (220-250°C) for 12-15 minutes.
Tip: Oil improves heat transfer and protects toppings from drying out.
6
✓
Add fresh basil after baking.
Tip: Basil is heat-sensitive; its essential oils evaporate and leaves blacken if baked.
Recipe FAQ
Ingredients
- 10 oz Pizza Dough (store-bought or homemade)
- 2/3 cup Pizza Sauce (thick)
- 7 oz Mozzarella Cheese (low-moisture)
- 1 cup Canned Corn (drained)
- 2 oz Parmesan Cheese
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 10 leaves Fresh Basil
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Pepper