Sweet cinnamon tamal recipe: a delightful treat to enjoy

Ingredients for Sweet cinnamon tamal

• nonstick vegetable oil spray

• 180 g masa harina (masa flour), preferably Bob’s Red Mill

• 5 ml baking powder

• 5 ml kosher salt

• 5 ml ground cinnamon, plus more for serving

• 4 ears of corn, husked, kernels removed, or 600 g frozen corn, thawed

• 170 g unsalted butter, room temperature

• 100 g raw or demerara sugar

• 5 ml vanilla extract

• 240 ml crème fraîche

• 90 g crumbled queso fresco, plus more for serving

How to make Sweet cinnamon tamal

1. Preheat the oven to 160°C (fan) / 325°F (conventional).

2. Lightly coat an 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) metal baking tray with oil or non-stick spray.

3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the masa, baking powder, salt, and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon.

4. Pulse the corn kernels in a blender or food processor until very coarsely puréed, which should take just a few seconds.

5. Using an electric mixer on medium-high speed, beat the butter and raw sugar together until pale and slightly fluffy, about 3 minutes.

6. Beat in the corn purée and vanilla extract until well combined.

7. Reduce the mixer speed to low and gradually beat in the dry ingredients; mix until the batter is smooth, about 2 minutes.

8. Scrape the batter into the prepared baking tray and cover it tightly with foil.

9. Place the baking tray inside a large roasting pan and pour boiling water into the roasting pan until it comes halfway up the sides of the baking tray.

10. Bake the tamal until the top springs back when lightly pressed and a tester inserted into the centre comes out clean, about 75–85 minutes.

11. Allow the tamal to cool slightly in the tray before serving.

12. In a small bowl, mix the crème fraîche with 150 g of queso fresco.

13. Scoop portions of the tamal onto plates and top with the crème fraîche mixture, additional queso fresco, and a dusting of cinnamon.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.