Description

Sweet Corn Pizza is a delightful summer treat combining fresh corn, creamy ricotta, mozzarella, and a zing of lemon, all topped with fresno chili for a kick. It’s finished with basil pesto and fresh basil for an aromatic, flavorful pizza that captures the essence of summer.

Ingredients

1 pound pizza dough

¾ cup whole milk ricotta cheese

Heaping ½ teaspoon lemon zest

½ teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste

Freshly ground black pepper

Kernels from 1 ear fresh corn (about ¾ cup)

1 fresno chili, thinly sliced

½ teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil

Cornmeal, for the baking sheet

1 cup grated low-moisture part-skim mozzarella cheese

2 heaping tablespoons basil pesto

Smoked paprika, for sprinkling

Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

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Instructions

Prepare the Pizza Dough: If using homemade dough, allow it to rise. For store-bought dough, let it rest at room temperature for at least 1 hour before stretching.
Preheat the Oven: Set the oven to 500°F (or as high as it will go).
Mix the Ricotta Topping: In a small bowl, combine ricotta cheese, lemon zest, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well until smooth.
Prepare the Corn Mixture: In another small bowl, toss the corn kernels and sliced fresno chili with olive oil, a pinch of salt, and black pepper.
Par-Bake the Crust: Sprinkle cornmeal on the center of a baking sheet. Place the pizza dough on the baking sheet and stretch into a large oval. Poke holes all over the dough with a fork. Bake for 8 minutes, or until the crust begins to crisp around the edges.
Assemble the Pizza: Spread the ricotta mixture over the par-baked crust. Sprinkle grated mozzarella cheese over the ricotta layer. Evenly distribute the corn and chili mixture on top.
Bake the Pizza: Return the assembled pizza to the oven and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the cheese is browned in spots.
Add Final Toppings: After baking, dollop basil pesto over the pizza, sprinkle with smoked paprika, and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve: Slice the pizza and enjoy!

Notes

Using Fresh Corn: Fresh corn provides a sweeter flavor and better texture than canned or frozen corn.

Cheese Alternatives: You can experiment with different cheeses such as cheddar or goat cheese for a unique flavor.

Spice Level: Adjust the amount of fresno chili to control the spiciness of the pizza.

Storage: Leftover pizza can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in the oven for best results.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
Category: Pizza
Method: Baked
Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 280
Sugar: 6g
Sodium: 380mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 25mg