Cornmeal Cake Le Gateau De Mais

Delight your taste buds with the irresistible charm of Cornmeal Cake Le Gâteau de Maïs, a golden-hued masterpiece blending rustic flavors and elegant simplicity. This French-inspired cake marries the hearty texture of cornmeal with the delicate sweetness of granulated sugar and a whisper of bright lemon zest. Softened butter and a trio of eggs create an ultra-moist crumb, while a hint of vanilla adds classic warmth. Perfectly baked to achieve a tender yet slightly crisp edge, this cake is beautifully finished with a dusting of powdered sugar. Easy to prepare in under an hour, it’s an ideal dessert for casual gatherings or an indulgent afternoon treat. Serve it as is, or pair with fresh berries and whipped cream for a show-stopping presentation.

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams Cornmeal
• 100 grams All-purpose flour
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 125 grams Butter (unsalted, softened)
• 3 large Eggs
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, whisk together the cornmeal, flour, baking powder, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, using an electric mixer on medium speed.

Step 4

Add the eggs one at a time to the butter-sugar mixture, beating well after each addition.

Step 5

Stir in the vanilla extract and lemon zest.

Step 6

Gradually incorporate the dry ingredients into the wet mixture, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined. Do not overmix.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and spread it evenly with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Once cooled, lightly dust the cake with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(882.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2935.2

Total Fat 126.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 842.0mg	0%
Sodium 2364.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 412.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 173.2g
Protein 48.4g	0%

Vitamin D 256.7IU	0%
Calcium 288.5mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 833.3mg	0%

*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: 38.2%

Protein: 6.5%

Carbs: 55.3%