¡Viva Desserts!: Traditional and Reinvented Sweets from a Mexican-American Kitchen

corn masa

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is lower in carbs, while all-purpose flour is more accessible.

milk

🥗Healthier: oat milk

💰Cheaper: water

Oat milk is a dairy-free alternative, while water is a budget-friendly option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

cinnamon sticks

🥗Healthier: ground cinnamon

💰Cheaper: none

Ground cinnamon is easier to find, but the flavor may differ slightly.

Combine water and cinnamon sticks in a saucepan over medium heat.

Bring to a simmer and let steep for 10 minutes.

Remove the cinnamon sticks from the liquid.

In a separate bowl, mix corn masa with a small amount of milk until smooth.

Gradually add the masa mixture to the cinnamon-infused water, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.

Add sugar, vanilla extract, and salt to the mixture.

Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens, about 10-15 minutes.

If desired, add more milk to reach your preferred consistency.

Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.

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