Jamaican Cornmeal Pudding

Indulge in the warm, spiced flavors of Jamaican Cornmeal Pudding, a beloved Caribbean dessert that’s as comforting as it is delicious. This traditional treat combines fine yellow cornmeal, creamy coconut milk, fragrant cinnamon, and nutmeg for a perfectly balanced, melt-in-your-mouth pudding. Baked to perfection, it features a rich coconut cream and brown sugar topping that caramelizes into a golden glaze. Whether you enjoy it warm or at room temperature, this dessert is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, ideal for gatherings or an evening treat with tea. Plus, the addition of raisins is optional, allowing you to customize it to your taste. With its simple ingredients and heavenly aroma, this Jamaican classic is an irresistible way to bring the tropical essence to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups fine yellow cornmeal
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 cups coconut milk
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1.5 cups water
• 0.25 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 0.25 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup coconut cream (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round baking pan or a similar-sized casserole dish.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, combine the water, coconut milk, and whole milk. Heat the mixture on medium heat until it begins to simmer, but do not let it boil. Stir occasionally.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cornmeal, flour, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 4

Gradually pour the heated milk mixture into the dry ingredients, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming.

Step 5

Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and well combined. If using raisins, gently fold them into the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and level the top with a spatula or spoon.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour. In the meantime, prepare the topping by mixing brown sugar and coconut cream in a small bowl.

Step 8

After 1 hour, carefully remove the pudding from the oven and spread the coconut cream and sugar mixture evenly across the top.

Step 9

Return the pudding to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the pudding is fully set with a slight jiggle in the center.

Step 10

Remove the pudding from the oven and allow it to cool for at least 30 minutes. This helps it to fully set and makes slicing easier.

Step 11

Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy this comforting and flavorful Jamaican treat with a cup of tea or coffee!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1905.9 grams (1905.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3426

Total Fat 104.00g	133%
Saturated Fat 69.00g	345%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.30g
Cholesterol 158mg	53%
Sodium 1437mg	62%
Total Carbohydrate 606.30g	220%
Dietary Fiber 24.30g	87%
Total Sugars 338.70g
Protein 38.80g	78%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 510mg	39%
Iron 11mg	62%
Potassium 2149mg	46%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.6%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 69.0%