Canjica(Corn Pudding)

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: Brazilian

Canjica is a creamy Brazilian dessert made from tender dried white corn, infused with coconut milk and sweetened with sugar. Topped with cinnamon, it offers a comforting blend of sweetness and warmth, perfect for gatherings or cozy evenings. Its lumpy, creamy texture appeals to those who enjoy hearty, flavorful puddings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb dried white corn
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 bottle coconut milk
  • 2 cups milk
  • cinnamon

Instructions

  1. Cook the dried white corn until tender, about 20 minutes in a pressure cooker or until soft.
  2. Add the sugar, coconut milk, and milk to the cooked corn.
  3. Simmer the mixture until heated through and slightly thickened, adjusting with more milk or coconut milk if needed.
  4. Before serving, sprinkle with cinnamon.
  5. Serve warm, with a creamy yet lumpy texture.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

315 kcal 16% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 4.3g 9% DV
Total Fat 15.5g 20% DV
Carbs 42g 15% DV
Fiber 2.4g 8% DV
Sugar 19.3g 39% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 162.8mg 7% DV
Potassium 250mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 2.8mg 1% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 47mcg 5% DV
Vitamin C 14.9mg 17% DV
Vitamin D 0.4mcg 2% DV
Calcium 159mg 12% DV
Iron 2.5mg 14% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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