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Silky Brazilian Canjica with Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk

Name: Silky Brazilian Canjica with Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Dried white hominy corn, 1 cup; Sweetened condensed milk, 1 can (14 oz); Coconut milk, 1 can (13.5 oz); Whole milk, 1/2 cup; Sugar, 1/2 cup (adjust based on sweetness preference); Cinnamon stick, 1 stick; Water, 2 cups; Shredded coconut, 1/4 cup (optional); Ground cinnamon, for dusting

Canjica is a traditional Brazilian dessert made with hominy and enriched with coconut milk and sweetened condensed milk, creating a silky texture and comforting taste.

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·By Ethan Brooks·August 15, 2025

Silky Brazilian Canjica with Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Canjica

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 410 kcal
Protein: 7.17 g
Carbs: 62.17 g
Fat: 15.83 g
Fiber: 2.33 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2457 kcal
Protein: 43 g
Carbs: 373 g
Fat: 95 g
Fiber: 14 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Dried white hominy corn 1 cup	176	4	36	2	4
Sweetened condensed milk 1 can (14 oz)	1300	30	220	34	0
Coconut milk 1 can (13.5 oz)	445	4	6	48	6
Whole milk 1/2 cup	75	4	6	4	0
Sugar 1/2 cup (adjust based on sweetness preference)	387	0	100	0	0
Cinnamon stick 1 stick	2	0	1	0	1
Water 2 cups	0	0	0	0	0
Shredded coconut 1/4 cup (optional)	70	1	3	7	2
Ground cinnamon for dusting	2	0	1	0	1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Hominy

1
Rinse hominy
Rinse the hominy thoroughly under cold water.
2
Soak hominy
In a large bowl, soak the hominy in enough water to cover it overnight (or at least 8 hours).
Tip: Ensure the hominy is well soaked to prevent it from being tough after cooking.
3
Drain hominy
Drain and set aside for cooking.

Preparing the Milk Mixture

1
Combine milks
Mix the sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and whole milk in a bowl.
2
Stir mixture
Stir the mixture to combine evenly.
3
Adjust sweetness
Taste for sweetness and adjust by adding more sugar if needed.
Tip: Use fresh coconut milk for an extra boost of coconut flavor.

How to Make Silky Brazilian Canjica with Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk

Total time: 2 h · Yields 6 servings

1
Cook hominy
Combine soaked hominy, cinnamon stick, and 2 cups of water in a large pot over medium heat. Simmer until tender, about 40 minutes.
2
Add milk and sugar
Add the prepared milk mixture and sugar to the tender hominy. Continue to simmer and stir frequently.
3
Simmer until creamy
Simmer for another 30-40 minutes until the mixture thickens into a creamy consistency. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.