Dairy-Free Pastel de Elote
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Dairy-Free Pastel de Elote, a delightful twist on the traditional Mexican sweet corn cake that’s perfect for those avoiding dairy. Made with fresh corn kernels blended to velvety smoothness with unsweetened almond milk, this moist and tender cake boasts a rich, naturally sweet corn flavor enhanced by creamy coconut oil and a hint of vanilla. Baking powder and cornmeal give it its classic light texture, while cornstarch ensures a perfectly fluffy crumb. Ready in just over an hour, this easy-to-make treat is ideal for dessert or as a unique snack. Serve it warm or at room temperature to savor the essence of homemade charm with every dairy-free bite.
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Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh corn kernels
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 0.5 cup coconut oil
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup cornmeal
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 eggs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a blender, combine the fresh corn kernels and unsweetened almond milk. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the blended corn mixture, melted coconut oil, and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar is mostly dissolved.
Step 4
Add the eggs to the mixture, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
Step 5
In a separate bowl, mix together the cornmeal, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt.
Step 6
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring gently until all the lumps are gone and the batter is smooth.
Step 7
Finally, stir in the vanilla extract.
Step 8
Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
Step 9
Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Step 10
Let the cake cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Dairy-Free Pastel de Elote either warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1493.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3064.1 |
| Total Fat 144.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 100.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.6g | |
| Cholesterol 744mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3056.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 418.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 239.4g | |
| Protein 53.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 251.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 550.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2132.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories