EASY CANJICA RECIPE ( Brazilian sweets ) | Bake with Gutz

hominy corn

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: regular corn

Quinoa is high in protein, while regular corn is more accessible.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: coconut milk

💰Cheaper: evaporated milk

Coconut milk offers a dairy-free option, while evaporated milk is less sweet.

Soak the uncooked corn in water overnight.

Drain and rinse the soaked corn.

Boil the corn in fresh water until tender, about 1-2 hours.

Drain the corn again and set aside.

In a pot, combine milk, sweetened condensed milk, and vanilla over medium heat.

Add the cooked corn to the milk mixture and stir well.

Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Add coconut flakes and coconut milk; mix thoroughly.

Simmer for another 10 minutes until thickened.

Serve warm or chilled.

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