- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Curau de milho is a light and delicious dessert typical of the Festa Julina, perfect for summer parties. It is easy to prepare and tasty.”
What you need to know
- O uso de leite faz com que a sobremesa tenha uma textura cremosa
- O amido de milho é essencial para dar consistência ao prato
- O milho verde mantém a sobremesa fresca e saudável
Ingredients
Main
- 2 cups of green corn (can be fresh or canned)
- 4 cups of milk
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 pinch of salt
- ½ cup of cornstarch
- Cinnamon powder to taste
Instructions
Principal
- In the blender, beat the corn, milk, and sugar until you get a homogeneous mixture.
- Strain the mixture using a fine sieve or clean cloth to remove the pulp.
- Return the liquid to the pot, add the cornstarch diluted in a little milk.
- Place over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to thicken.
- When it reaches a creamy consistency, add a pinch of salt and cinnamon to taste.
- Turn off the heat and pour into a pan or individual bowls.
- Let it cool to room temperature, then refrigerate.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, sprinkled with cinnamon.
Chef's tips
- Coe a mistura com pano ou peneira fina para remover o bagaço e obter uma textura suave
- Adicione pouca quantidade de leite para diluir o amido de milho, evitando que grude
- Deixe esfriar antes de servir para melhor aproveitamento do sabor
Variations
- Adicione brigadeiro ao final para um toque extra de doçura
- Use amêndoas picadas como decoração na superfície
- Misture coco ralado para dar um sabor exótico
Substitutions
- Canela em pó pode ser substituída por canela em pó integral
- Açúcar pode ser substituído por adoçante natural, como xilitol, para versões sem açúcar
- Leite pode ser trocado por leite de coco para versões mais leves
How to store
Let the dessert cool to room temperature and then refrigerate. It must be consumed within 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze corn curau, as it may alter the texture when thawed.
What to serve with
Serve with orange slices or fresh strawberries for a citrus touch
Frequently asked questions
What is the best way to serve the corn curau?
It can be served cold or at room temperature, with a layer of cinnamon sprinkled on the surface.
Can corn pudding be made at night and served the next lunch?
Yes, prepare it at night and let it cool before storing it in the refrigerator. Serve chilled or at room temperature the next day.
Is it possible to make this dessert without sugar?
Yes, you can replace sugar with natural sweeteners like xylitol, but the texture and flavor may vary.
Can corn pudding be made with dried corn?
The ideal is to use fresh or canned sweet corn, as the dried one can result in a stickier texture.
