Mexican Sweet Corn Pudding (Tomalito)
Mexican Sweet Corn Pudding (Tomalito) is soft and spoonable, with a gentle sweetness and buttery corn flavor in every bite. Tender kernels are suspended in a custardy base with a fine, steamed crumb that feels comforting and warm. Serve it as a side for Tex-Mex or Mexican dinners, or as a cozy treat alongside grilled meats and hearty stews.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook50 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Blend 1 cup corn kernels, water, and cornmeal in a blender or food processor just until smooth.
- 2
In a medium bowl, mix sugar, margarine, and masa harina until light and fluffy. Stir in the blended corn mixture. Mix in the remaining 1 cup corn, milk, baking powder, and salt until smooth.
- 3
Pour the tomalito batter into the top of a double boiler set over simmering water, and cover tightly with aluminum foil. Steam until firm, 50 to 60 minutes, checking the water level occasionally and refilling if needed.
- 4
Stir the pudding before serving to make the texture consistent. Serve in small scoops.
- Calories 293.1 kcal Moderate
- Protein 3.84 g Low Source
- Carbs 44.76 g Moderate
- Total Fat 10.5 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 2.44 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.91 g High
- Cholesterol 0.85 mg Low Source
- Sodium 436.43 mg Moderate
- Fiber 3.45 g Moderate
- Sugar 5.86 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.62 g Low Source
- Calcium 32.43 mg Low Source
- Iron 0.96 mg Low Source
- Potassium 81.88 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 95.35 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 0.04 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.03 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽