Maicena (Corn Pudding)

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Maicena is an awesome breakfast corn pudding. It started with my great-grandmother, my mother, then me. Our kids love it! You may add banana slices and mint leaves for texture, taste, and a touch of luxuriousness.

Submitted by Eric Bryant
Updated on September 24, 2024
Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • ¼ cup cornstarch

  • 2 cups milk

  • ½ cup white sugar, or to taste

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 egg yolks

  • 1 slice lemon rind

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

  1. Heat cornstarch in a pot over medium heat. Slowly stir in milk. Add sugar and salt; cook and stir until slightly thickened, about 15 minutes.

  2. Whip egg yolks in a bowl. Stir in 1/4 cornstarch mixture; then stir into pot. Cook and stir until combined, about 1 minute. Add lemon rind; cook and stir until thickened, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove from heat. Add vanilla extract; stir to combine.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

218 Calories
5g Fat
39g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 218
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 112mg 37%
Sodium 346mg 15%
Total Carbohydrate 39g 14%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 31g
Protein 5g 11%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 155mg 12%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 195mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.