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Cremita de Maiz

Cultural Context

Cremita de Maiz is a traditional Puerto Rican dessert that showcases the island's agricultural heritage, particularly its sweet corn. This creamy treat is often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings, symbolizing comfort and nostalgia. Its simplicity and deliciousness have led to variations across the Caribbean, making it a beloved dish in many households.

Puerto RicanPRdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups fresh milk
2 cups coconut milk
1 teaspoon butter
salt
sugar
cinnamon
nutmeg
maple syrup
cornmeal
hamonia

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

1

In a heavy-bottom pan, add 2 cups of fresh milk and 2 cups of coconut milk.

2

Add salt, sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg (optional).

3

Heat on medium until the butter melts into the milk.

4

Add cornmeal while stirring constantly until it thickens, about 5-7 minutes.

5

Once it starts boiling softly, add maple syrup and stir for about a minute until bubbles appear.

6

In a nonstick frying pan, cut hamonia into cubes and cook until crispy and golden brown.

7

Add butter and the rest of the maple syrup to the hamonia and remove from heat once thickened.

8

Pour the hamonia mixture into the center of the cremita de mais.

Cooking Techniques

blendingthickening

Equipment Needed

heavy-bottom pannonstick frying pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Corn CreamCremita

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