Chi Chi's Sweet Corn Cake
Bring a taste of nostalgia to your table with Chi Chi's Sweet Corn Cake, a beloved side dish that perfectly marries sweet and savory flavors in every bite. This moist and fluffy corn cake is made with a blend of creamy corn, slightly blended canned corn kernels, and a touch of cornmeal for authentic texture. Enhanced with soft butter, a hint of sugar, and a dash of corn muffin mix, this recipe bakes into a tender, spoonable delight that pairs beautifully with savory Mexican dishes or works as a standalone treat. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make classic is baked to perfection in an 8x8-inch pan, making it ideal for family dinners or special occasions. Its soft, melt-in-your-mouth consistency and the comforting sweetness will quickly make it a favorite on your table. Whether served warm as a side dish or a sweet indulgence, this corn cake is pure comfort food at its finest!
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Cornmeal
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.333 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.75 cup Creamed corn
- 0.5 cup Canned corn kernels, drained and blended slightly
- 0.25 cup Corn muffin mix (dry mix)
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Directions
Step 1
In a small bowl, mix the cornmeal and water together to form a paste. Set aside to rest.
Step 2
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8x8-inch baking dish or a similar-sized pan.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and sugar together with an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes.
Step 4
Mix in the creamed corn and blended corn kernels into the butter mixture until evenly combined.
Step 5
Add the prepared cornmeal paste to the mixture and stir well to incorporate.
Step 6
Gently fold in the corn muffin mix, baking powder, and salt until everything is blended. Be careful not to overmix.
Step 7
Transfer the batter into the greased baking dish and smooth it out evenly with a spatula.
Step 8
Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to retain moisture while baking.
Step 9
Bake for 50-55 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is firm yet slightly soft.
Step 10
Remove the dish from the oven and let the corn cake cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Step 11
Scoop the corn cake with a spoon to serve warm. Enjoy it as a side dish or a sweet treat!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (629.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1667.6 |
| Total Fat 103.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 61.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 258.3mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2023.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 184.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 94.9g | |
| Protein 12.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 119.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 397.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories