Guatemalan Corn Cake

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 3

Tasty Guatemalan Corn Cake Recipe for Your Next Party

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 yellow cake mix
	1 package vanilla instant pudding mix
	4 eggs
	1/2 cup vegetable oil
	1 can cream-style corn , mashed and strained , then add milk to corn to make one cup
	1 teaspoon vanilla

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

415

Sugar

32g

Fat

18g

In Guatemala, the corn cake is a traditional dessert that's often served during celebrations and family gatherings. The cake combines cornmeal with sugar and other ingredients to create a sweet and moist dish that's best enjoyed with a cup of coffee or tea. The cake has a firm texture and slightly crumbly sweetness that's hard to resist. This easy-to-make recipe is a great way to introduce your friends and family to the flavors of Guatemala and add some variety to your dessert table.

Instructions

1.	Preheat your oven to 350F and prepare a 9x13 baking pan with cooking spray.
2.	In a large bowl, mix together the cake mix and pudding mix.
3.	Add the eggs, vegetable oil, cream-style corn mixture, and vanilla. Stir until well combined.
4.	Pour the batter into the baking pan and smooth out the top.
5.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6.	Let cool and serve.

PROS

The Guatemalan Corn Cake is a sweet and delicious dessert that’s perfect for parties and gatherings.

It’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time.

The cream-style corn gives the cake a moist texture and unique flavor.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar, which should be consumed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

If overcooked, the cake can be dry and crumbly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Guatemalan Corn Cake contains fiber, protein, and vitamins.
The cornmeal used in the recipe is rich in antioxidants and may help reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.
However, the high sugar content in the cake offsets some of these benefits.