Baked Corn Pudding

Baked Corn Pudding is a delightful Mexican-inspired dish, combining sweet corn with a creamy, savory custard that's baked to perfection. This comforting dish is perfect as a side or a light main course, showcasing the vibrant flavors of Mexico.

Baked Corn Pudding
45 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Fresh corn kernels - 300 grams
  • Eggs - 2 large
  • Milk - 120 ml
  • Heavy cream - 60 ml
  • Queso Fresco - 50 grams, crumbled
  • Cornmeal - 30 grams
  • Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Ground black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Chopped cilantro - 2 tablespoons
  • Chopped jalapeño - 1 tablespoon (optional)
  • Butter - 10 grams (for greasing)

Steps

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a small baking dish with butter.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, eggs, milk, heavy cream, crumbled queso fresco, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined and the mixture is smooth.
  4. If using, stir in the chopped jalapeño and cilantro for added flavor.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 400 mg
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg
  • Total Fat: 22 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
  • High in protein from eggs and queso fresco, supporting muscle repair and growth.

Tags

MexicanVegetarianBaked Dish