Pastel de Elote
Traditional Mexican sweet corn cake topped with cajeta, Mexico's goat's milk caramel. A moist, naturally sweet dessert served at Cutzamala in Madrid.
Dish story
Sweet corn cake (Pastel de Elote) is one of Mexico's most beloved traditional desserts. Made from sweet corn—the ingredient that has been at the heart of Mexican culture and cuisine for thousands of years—it is known for its moist texture and naturally sweet flavor.
Corn is not only a staple food in Mexico but also a symbol of cultural identity. For that reason, sweet corn cake holds a special place on family tables across the country.
Cutzamala version
At Cutzamala in Madrid, we make our Pastel de Elote with sweet corn for a naturally moist and tender texture. We generously top it with cajeta, Mexico's traditional goat's milk caramel, adding rich caramel notes and exceptional depth of flavor.
A simple, authentic Mexican dessert and one of our longtime favorites. As it is made without wheat flour, it is also especially popular with many of our gluten-free guests.
