Indulge in the rich flavors of Baked Indian Pudding with a delightful maple syrup twist. This classic American dessert is a sweet and comforting treat that will warm your soul. The combination of cornmeal, molasses, and spices creates a luscious custard-like pudding, topped with a drizzle of maple syrup for an extra touch of sweetness. Perfect for cozy evenings or special occasions, this recipe is sure to become a family favorite. Get ready to savor the flavors of this traditional and heartwarming dessert.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup yellow cornmeal
- 4 cups whole milk
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup maple syrup, for serving
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Grease a baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the cornmeal, milk, molasses, sugar, butter, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens to a pudding consistency. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
- Pour the pudding mixture into the prepared baking dish, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the pudding is set and lightly browned on top.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.
- To serve, drizzle each portion of pudding with a generous amount of maple syrup.
- Enjoy the warm and comforting flavors of Baked Indian Pudding with Maple Syrup!
