Cornmeal Cake

This delightful Cornmeal Cake is a moist and tender dessert that showcases the natural sweetness of cornmeal, making it a perfect gluten-free treat. Topped with a sprinkle of powdered sugar, it’s a comforting dessert that’s simple to prepare and deliciously satisfying.

Ingredients

• cornmeal - 75 grams
• almond flour - 25 grams
• baking powder - 1 teaspoon
• salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• milk - 100 milliliters
• honey - 2 tablespoons
• egg - 1 large
• vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• unsalted butter - 30 grams (melted)
• powdered sugar - for dusting

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease two small ramekins or a small baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, almond flour, baking powder, and salt, and stir until well blended.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, honey, egg, vanilla extract, and melted butter until smooth.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined, being careful not to overmix.
5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared ramekins or pour it into the baking dish.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7. Allow to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Cornmeal is a good source of fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Almond flour adds healthy fats and protein, supporting heart health.

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