I just baked a Pastel de Pan de Elote with yellow and white corn, condensed milk and cream cheese and this Cornbread Cake disappears so fast everyone texts me asking for the recipe.

My obsession with Pastel Pan de Elote is totally real. I love that sweet corn in every bite, the kind that makes you stop mid-chew.
It’s like Cornbread Cake but with a slick of creamy Mexican Dessert attitude. I get excited thinking about leche condensada folded in there, and sometimes I can’t resist a little queso crema on top.
Simple textures, big corn flavor. And the crumbs?
They cling to your fork and beg for another piece. No fuss, just honest, grainy kernels and sweet batter.
I want it now. Always.
I would punch the clock for a slice daily.
Ingredients

- Elote, yellow and white kernels, gives sweet, juicy pops and fresh corn texture.
- Leche condensada, creamy sweetness that makes it rich and decadently moist.
- Huevos, they bind everything together and give structure and protein.
- Mantequilla derretida, adds buttery depth and keeps the cake tender.
- Harina de trigo, gives body and a familiar cakey crumb.
- Harina de maíz fina, adds corniness and a slightly gritty, homey texture.
- Polvo para hornear, lifts the cake so it’s not dense and flat.
- Sal, balances sweetness and brings out the corn flavor.
- Extracto de vainilla, smooth aroma that makes it smell comforting.
- Azúcar opcional, for extra sweet tooth appeal if you want it sweeter.
- Leche o crema, thins the batter if it’s too thick, keeps it silky.
- Queso crema opcional, for a tangy, creamy swirl that’s kinda luxurious.
Ingredient Quantities
- 3 tazas de granos de elote fresco, mezcla de amarillo y blanco, desgranados (aprox 4 elotes medianos)
- 1 lata (395 g) de leche condensada
- 3 huevos grandes, a temperatura ambiente
- 100 g de mantequilla derretida (aprox 1/2 taza)
- 120 g de harina de trigo todo uso (aprox 1 taza)
- 60 g de harina de maíz fina o harina de pan de elote (aprox 1/2 taza)
- 1 cucharada de polvo para hornear (aprox 15 g)
- 1/2 cucharadita de sal
- 1 cucharadita de extracto de vainilla
- 80 g de azúcar granulada (aprox 1/3 taza) opcional si quieres más dulce
- 120 ml de leche entera o crema ligera (aprox 1/2 taza) si la mezcla queda muy espesa
- 200 g de queso crema a temperatura ambiente (opcional, para el toque especial)
How to Make this
1. Preheat oven to 180 C (350 F). Grease a 9 inch round or similar sized baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper so the cake won’t stick.
2. Cut the kernels off the fresh corn cobs. Combine the yellow and white kernels in a blender or food processor and pulse until mostly smooth but with some little bits for texture. You want a rustic puree, not completely liquid.
3. In a large bowl whisk together eggs, condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla and the optional sugar if you want it sweeter. Add the blended corn and mix well.
4. In another bowl sift or whisk the wheat flour, corn flour or fine cornmeal, baking powder and salt so there are no lumps. Gradually fold the dry mix into the wet corn mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
5. If the batter looks too thick, stir in up to 120 ml of whole milk or light cream a little at a time until it reaches a thick pourable consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
6. If using cream cheese, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fold about half into the batter for a marbled effect, or mix all of it in for a richer cake. You can also drop spoonfuls of cream cheese on top and swirl with a knife for a pretty finish.
7. Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top and tap the pan on the counter a few times to release air bubbles.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Ovens vary so start checking at 35 minutes.
9. Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 to 20 minutes, then run a knife around the edge and invert onto a wire rack. Cool completely before slicing so it sets well. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Equipment Needed
1. Horno precalentable a 180 C (350 F)
2. Molde redondo de 9 pulgadas, engrasar y papel pergamino para la base
3. Licuadora o procesador de alimentos para hacer el puré rústico de elote
4. Bol grande para mezclar y otro bol mediano para los ingredientes secos
5. Batidor de mano o tenedor grande para mezclar los huevos y la leche condensada
6. Espátula de silicona o cuchara grande para plegar la harina sin sobre mezclar
7. Tamiz o colador fino para cernir la harina y el polvo de hornear
8. Tazas y cucharas medidoras y una báscula de cocina si tienes para mayor exactitud
9. Rejilla para enfriar, cuchillo para desmoldar y palillo o tester para comprobar cocción
FAQ
Pastel Pan De Elote Recipe Substitutions and Variations
- Elote fresco: si no tienes, usa 2 tazas de granos de elote congelado bien descongelados o 1 lata grande de granos escurridos; ponlos en papel de cocina para quitar agua extra antes de mezclar.
- Leche condensada: reemplaza por 1 lata de leche evaporada + 150 g de azúcar, mezcla bien hasta disolver; reducirá un poco la densidad pero sigue dulce y cremoso.
- Mantequilla derretida: cambia por 100 ml de aceite de sabor neutro (girasol, canola) o por margarina derretida; texto y humedad quedan casi iguales.
- Queso crema opcional: si quieres otra cosa usa 200 g de ricotta escurrida o yogur griego espeso; dará cremosidad pero menos grasa y un punto más ácido.
Pro Tips
1) Usa el mejorote de elotes que encuentres y pásalos al procesador en tandas pequeñas. Si sobrecargas la licuadora vas a terminar con una crema demasiado líquida y vas a perder textura. Deja algunos trocitos para que el pastel tenga mordida.
2) No calientes demasiado la mantequilla antes de mezclarla con los huevos. Si está muy caliente, puede cuajar los huevos y te quedan grumos. Templa la mantequilla o deja que se enfríe un poco antes de verterla.
3) Si usas queso crema, sácalo del frigo con suficiente tiempo para que esté a temperatura ambiente y pásalo por un colador o bátelo fuerte antes de mezclar. Así evitas grumos y consigues un remolino más bonito si lo pones marmoleado.
4) Vigila el horneado desde los 35 minutos y usa la técnica del palillo. Si sale con unas migas húmedas está perfecto. Para un borde más jugoso cubre el molde con papel aluminio los últimos 10 minutos si ves que se dora demasiado por arriba.

Pastel Pan De Elote Recipe
I just baked a Pastel de Pan de Elote with yellow and white corn, condensed milk and cream cheese and this Cornbread Cake disappears so fast everyone texts me asking for the recipe.
8
servings
543
kcal
Equipment: 1. Horno precalentable a 180 C (350 F)
2. Molde redondo de 9 pulgadas, engrasar y papel pergamino para la base
3. Licuadora o procesador de alimentos para hacer el puré rústico de elote
4. Bol grande para mezclar y otro bol mediano para los ingredientes secos
5. Batidor de mano o tenedor grande para mezclar los huevos y la leche condensada
6. Espátula de silicona o cuchara grande para plegar la harina sin sobre mezclar
7. Tamiz o colador fino para cernir la harina y el polvo de hornear
8. Tazas y cucharas medidoras y una báscula de cocina si tienes para mayor exactitud
9. Rejilla para enfriar, cuchillo para desmoldar y palillo o tester para comprobar cocción
Ingredients
-
3 tazas de granos de elote fresco, mezcla de amarillo y blanco, desgranados (aprox 4 elotes medianos)
-
1 lata (395 g) de leche condensada
-
3 huevos grandes, a temperatura ambiente
-
100 g de mantequilla derretida (aprox 1/2 taza)
-
120 g de harina de trigo todo uso (aprox 1 taza)
-
60 g de harina de maíz fina o harina de pan de elote (aprox 1/2 taza)
-
1 cucharada de polvo para hornear (aprox 15 g)
-
1/2 cucharadita de sal
-
1 cucharadita de extracto de vainilla
-
80 g de azúcar granulada (aprox 1/3 taza) opcional si quieres más dulce
-
120 ml de leche entera o crema ligera (aprox 1/2 taza) si la mezcla queda muy espesa
-
200 g de queso crema a temperatura ambiente (opcional, para el toque especial)
Directions
- Preheat oven to 180 C (350 F). Grease a 9 inch round or similar sized baking pan and line the bottom with parchment paper so the cake won't stick.
- Cut the kernels off the fresh corn cobs. Combine the yellow and white kernels in a blender or food processor and pulse until mostly smooth but with some little bits for texture. You want a rustic puree, not completely liquid.
- In a large bowl whisk together eggs, condensed milk, melted butter, vanilla and the optional sugar if you want it sweeter. Add the blended corn and mix well.
- In another bowl sift or whisk the wheat flour, corn flour or fine cornmeal, baking powder and salt so there are no lumps. Gradually fold the dry mix into the wet corn mixture until just combined. Do not overmix.
- If the batter looks too thick, stir in up to 120 ml of whole milk or light cream a little at a time until it reaches a thick pourable consistency. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed.
- If using cream cheese, beat the cream cheese until smooth and fold about half into the batter for a marbled effect, or mix all of it in for a richer cake. You can also drop spoonfuls of cream cheese on top and swirl with a knife for a pretty finish.
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan, smooth the top and tap the pan on the counter a few times to release air bubbles.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 55 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs. Ovens vary so start checking at 35 minutes.
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 15 to 20 minutes, then run a knife around the edge and invert onto a wire rack. Cool completely before slicing so it sets well. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Below you’ll find my best estimate of this recipe’s nutrition facts. Treat the numbers as a guide rather than a rule—great food should nourish both body and spirit. Figures are approximate, and the website owner assumes no liability for any inaccuracies in this recipe.
Nutrition Facts
- Serving Size: 215g
- Total number of serves: 8
- Calories: 543kcal
- Fat: 27.9g
- Saturated Fat: 15.5g
- Trans Fat: 0.69g
- Polyunsaturated: 0.75g
- Monounsaturated: 5g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
- Sodium: 540mg
- Potassium: 422mg
- Carbohydrates: 67.9g
- Fiber: 2.45g
- Sugar: 41.6g
- Protein: 12.5g
- Vitamin A: 850IU
- Vitamin C: 4.6mg
- Calcium: 202mg
- Iron: 1mg

















