Silky Brazilian Canjica with Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk

Name: Silky Brazilian Canjica with Coconut Milk and Condensed Milk
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: Dried white hominy corn; Sweetened condensed milk; Coconut milk; Whole milk; Sugar; Cinnamon stick; Water; Shredded coconut; Ground cinnamon

A Creamy Delight Perfect for a Sweet Ending

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.

1 h 30 min
6
Easy

Ingredients

For the Canjica

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

For the Garnish

Shredded coconut

1/4 cup (optional)

Ground cinnamon

for dusting

Preparation

Preparing the Hominy

Rinse hominy

Rinse the hominy thoroughly under cold water.

Soak hominy

In a large bowl, soak the hominy in enough water to cover it overnight (or at least 8 hours).

Ensure the hominy is well soaked to prevent it from being tough after cooking.

Drain hominy

Drain and set aside for cooking.

Preparing the Milk Mixture

Combine milks

Mix the sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, and whole milk in a bowl.

Stir mixture

Stir the mixture to combine evenly.

Adjust sweetness

Taste for sweetness and adjust by adding more sugar if needed.

Use fresh coconut milk for an extra boost of coconut flavor.

Cooking Process

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.

Use medium heat for initial cooking.

Add milk and sugar

Add the prepared milk mixture and sugar to the tender hominy. Continue to simmer and stir frequently.

Simmer until creamy

Simmer for another 30-40 minutes until the mixture thickens into a creamy consistency. Remove the cinnamon stick before serving.

Maintain low heat and stir often to prevent sticking.

Plating & Serving