Teresa's Recipes
Canjica
Canjica is a creamy, rich, and indulgent dessert that originates from Brazil. This traditional delicacy is made from tender white corn kernels simmered in a blend of milk, sugar, and aromatic spices. The dish is then enhanced with a generous helping of coconut milk and condensed milk, giving it a velvety texture and a delightful sweetness. Served either warm or chilled, each spoonful of Canjica promises a taste of Brazil's culinary traditions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup White corn kernels
- 4 cups Water
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 cup Sugar
- 2 Cinnamon sticks
- 6 Cloves
- 1 can (14 ounces) Condensed milk
- 1 can (13.5 ounces) Coconut milk
- for garnish Ground cinnamon
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Dessert
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 65 minutes
- Calories: 380
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 60g
- Protein: 8g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Sugar: 40g
Instructions
- In a large pot, add the white corn kernels and water. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes, or until the corn kernels are tender.
- Drain the cooked corn kernels and set them aside.
- In the same pot, combine the milk, sugar, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 15 minutes.
- Add the cooked corn kernels back into the pot. Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat for another 15 minutes, or until it thickens.
- Carefully remove the cinnamon sticks and cloves from the pot.
- Stir in the condensed milk and coconut milk into the pot. Allow the mixture to cook for an additional 5 minutes over low heat.
- Remove the pot from the heat and let the canjica cool slightly. It will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Serve the canjica warm or chilled, with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon on top for an added touch of warmth and flavor.
Tips
- For a creamier texture, you can blend half of the cooked corn kernels before adding them back into the pot.
- To make it dairy-free, use almond milk instead of regular milk, and use a dairy-free condensed milk substitute.
- For a more intense flavor, you can add a split vanilla bean to the milk and spice mixture.