Indulge in the harmonious fusion of coffee and prune flavors in these delectable Coffee Prune Cream of Wheat Sweet Tamales. These unique tamales, a delightful twist on traditional Mexican cuisine, offer a delightful sensory experience with their alluring aroma and captivating taste. Each bite unveils a symphony of flavors, where the rich, earthy notes of coffee intertwine with the sweet, chewy texture of prunes, perfectly complemented by the creamy softness of cream of wheat. Embark on a culinary journey with these exceptional tamales, exploring variations such as the classic Coffee Prune Cream of Wheat Tamales, the indulgent Chocolate Coffee Prune Cream of Wheat Tamales, and the delightful Banana Coffee Prune Cream of Wheat Tamales. Each recipe promises a distinct flavor profile, ensuring a tantalizing experience for every palate.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
COFFEE - PRUNE - CREAM OF WHEAT SWEET TAMALES
I don't drink coffee at all, so I haven't made this recipe, but it sounds very interesting, so I'm posting it for the benefit of those that like coffee. Another interesting ingredient here is the cream of wheat. This is a recipe from a famous Mexican chef. Preparation time does not include preparation of wrapping leaves.
Provided by Mexi-Rosie
Categories Dessert
Time 1h30m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Boil milk with sugar and coffee.
- Once it has started to boil, add the cream of wheat gradually , stirring with a wooden spoon, until it has a compact doughy consistency.
- Withdraw from stove top and add the butter and egg yolks, mixing well.
- Next add the beaten egg whites to soft peak stage, in gradual folding motions. .
- Have the banana leaves lightly toasted over a stove top or burner grill , or presoaked corn leaves ready for filling.
- Spread about 1 scant tablespoon of dough on the center of each leaf , placing 2 or 3 chopped prunes in the center.
- Wrap and secure tamales and cook in a tall vapor pot for an hour.
SWEET APPLE DESSERT TAMALES
Although this has many steps, it's really not that difficult as long as you read it through and are organized.
Provided by Mysterygirl
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h50m
Yield 9 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Soak cornhusks in hot water at least 2 hours or over night before preparation.
- For filling, combine sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.
- Pare apples and chop into bite sized pieces.
- Put apples in a large bowl and sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar as you add the apples.
- When you have 8 cups, put apples, water and butter into a saucepan.
- Cover and cook over low to medium heat, stirring once or twice, for 15-20 minutes or until apples are tender.
- For the masa, puree half the cinnamon apples in a food processor, reserving the remaining apples for the filling.
- With an electric mixer, beat cream cheese, butter, baking powder, salt and sugar on medium high speed until light and fluffy, about 2 to 3 minutes. Combine 1 cup of warm apple juice with 1 cup instant masa mix until just combined.
- Add half of the combined masa to butter mixture on medium speed until just incorporated. Add remaining masa mix and mix until just combined. Slowly add the pureed cinnamon apple to masa mixing on medium speed.
- The masa mix should have the appearance of cake batter. If not add additional apple juice or water.
- Refrigerate covered 15-20 minutes.
- Mix together the remaining cinnamon apples, golden raisins and walnuts.
- To assemble, lay out a few drained cornhusks. Add 1/4 cup tamale batter to the center of the cornhusks (roughly 2" from the square end and 1 1/2" from the tapered end) leaving a 1/2" on both sides and spread it out.
- Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of the masa. Roll one side inward forming a roll of masa around the filling, the roll other side together.
- Twist each end in opposite directions forming a tight cylindrical tube and tie the ends with a 1/4" strips torn from soaked cornhusks.
- Place tamales between two slightly moistened towels as they are formed to prevent them from drying out.
- To Steam: Line steamer bottom with cornhusks, place tamales in single layer and cover with slightly moist towel. Steam for about 25 minutes and allow to rest for 15 minutes more in the steamer for masa to set up prior to serving. When first finished steaming, they are the consistency of polenta of cream of wheat. As it "sets" it will firm up.
- Optional: Top with a scoop of ice cream and drizzle the hot tamales with caramel sauce.
COFFEE WALNUT BREAKFAST MUFFINS
I don't drink coffee, but I love these muffins. They are full of coffee and chocolate flavor, but not too much of either. From the Frog Commissary Cookbook.
Provided by pattikay in L.A.
Categories Quick Breads
Time 30m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Grease and flour 12 muffin pan cups.
- Cream the butter with the sugars, coffee and vanilla.
- Beat together the eggs and milk.
- Combine the flour, salt and baking powder.
- Alternately add the wet and dry ingredients to the butter mixture.
- Stir just to combine.
- Add the chips and nuts.
- Fill the tins full.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Cool 5 minutes, then remove and cool on racks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.3, Fat 21.8, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 53.2, Sodium 212, Carbohydrate 41.3, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 23.5, Protein 6.2
CREAM OF WHEAT PANCAKES
We had these pancakes at IHOP and both loved them! I don't remember where I found this recipe, but I have been making these for a while now, and have made a few changes for our tastes.
Provided by kittycatmom
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 30m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat a skillet over medium heat.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients until smooth. Pour the batter by 1/3 cup portions into a pan coated with cooking spray and cook pancakes until golden brown.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.8, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 25.1, Sodium 406.1, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10.6, Protein 5.1
SWEET TAMALES
I've made and eaten my fair share of tamales and these are the best sweet tamales I have ever eaten! This is an Emeril Lagasse recipe and has become a new family tradition. My DBF suggested that next year we only make these and skip the pork tamales! I didn't use the banana leaves but instead soaked about 40 corn husks in warm water for 1/2 an hour and used those.
Provided by cookiedog
Categories Dessert
Time 2h30m
Yield 18 tamales, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- If using corn husks, soak in warm water for a 1/2 hour until pliable and then drain. If using banana leaves, Defrost the banana leaves overnight in the refrigerator if frozen, and cut off any hard sections or sections with holes. Cut the leaves into unbroken 12 inch pieces. If the leaves are pliable, proceed with the recipe. If not steam the banana leaves in the top of a double boiler until soft and pliable, 20 to 30 minutes. Set aside until ready to assemble the tamales.
- In a small saucepan gently heat the rum. Place the raisins in a small bowl and cover with the warm rum. Let the raisins soak and absorb the rum while you prepare the masa.
- In the bowl of an electric mixer beat the vegetable shortening until very light, about 1 minute. Add the sugar and half of the masa and beat until combined. Mix the milk and coconut milk and add alternately with the remaining masa in several batches to the mixture until the mixture is the consistency of medium-thick cake batter. Add baking powder, salt, and cinnamon, and beat for 30 more seconds. Add the melted butter and beat to incorporate, being careful not to overmix.
- Spoon about 3 tablespoons of the masa batter into the center of a banana leaf. Place about 2 teaspoons of the plumped raisins in the center. Fold 1 side over the batter and then the other to enclose the filling. Bring the bottom and the top over the filling to create a package. Tie the tamale with a piece of string, and repeat with the remaining masa batter and filling.
- If using corn husks spoon about 2 tablespoons masa down the center of the husk and then about a tsp of raisins. Fold both sides over the masa and then fold up the bottom. (Please refer to the photos for guidance).
- Line an insert steamer with a layer of unused banana leaves. Lay the tamales in the lined steamer, and steam over simmering water until the tamales are cooked through and release easily from the banana leaf wrappers about 1 1/2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 948.9, Fat 56.9, SaturatedFat 29.9, Cholesterol 66.7, Sodium 493.9, Carbohydrate 99, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 61.9, Protein 6.4
SWEET TAMALES
Posting for Zaar World Tour 2006 I did not know they made two types of tamales, sweet and savory. I think these sound really good!! From Nestles
Provided by Charlotte J
Categories Dessert
Time 1h45m
Yield 24 tamales
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Sort corn husks, setting aside any torn ones.
- Soak intact husks in warm water for at least 1 hour or until softened and easy to fold.
- Beat 2/3 cup lard in large bowl until creamy.
- Combine flour, corn meal, sugar, cinnamon and salt in medium bowl.
- Alternately add flour mixture, water and sweetened condensed milk to lard, mixing well after each addition.
- Melt remaining lard and gradually stir into masa mixture, mixing until consistency of thick cake batter (masa).
- Stir in vanilla, raisins and nuts.
- Spread 1/4 cup masa, using back of a spoon, to form a square in the center of one husk.
- Fold right then left edge of husk over masa.
- Fold up bottom edge.
- Repeat with remaining ingredients.
- Place vegetable steamer in pot with lid and add water to just below steamer.
- Arrange tamales upright in steamer rack.
- Cover top of tamales with reserved dry husks and a damp towel and cover.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Steam, adding water as needed, for about 1 1/2 to 2 hours or until masa pulls away from husks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 244.9, Fat 12.3, SaturatedFat 4.5, Cholesterol 13.7, Sodium 219.2, Carbohydrate 31.4, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 14.9, Protein 3.6
PRUNE WHIP
An old-fashioned classic, this one sure brings back the memories.
Provided by Meade Ferguson
Categories Side Dish
Time 50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, simmer the prunes in water until soft, drain and puree. Combine the puree in a saucepan with the sugar and heat until the sugar dissolves. Add the lemon juice and vanilla.
- Beat the egg whites until frothy, add the cream of tarter, and beat until stiff. Fold the prune puree into the egg whites.
- Pour into a buttered and sugared 2 quart baking dish and bake in a preheated 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) oven until nicely browned. Refrigerate and serve chilled with whipping cream.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 4.6 g, Sodium 57.1 mg, Sugar 27.7 g
Tips:
- For the perfect tamale dough, make sure to use masa harina that is finely ground and fresh. If your masa harina is old or coarse, it will not produce a smooth dough.
- When mixing the dough, be careful not to overmix it. Overmixing will make the dough tough.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little bit of water. If the dough is too wet, add a little bit of masa harina.
- When filling the tamales, be sure to leave a little bit of space at the top so that the tamales can expand as they cook.
- To prevent the tamales from sticking to the steamer, grease the steamer basket with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
- Steam the tamales for at least 45 minutes, or until the masa is cooked through.
- When the tamales are done cooking, let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
Coffee-prune cream of wheat sweet tamales are a delicious and unique twist on a classic Mexican dish. With their rich coffee flavor, sweet prune filling, and creamy texture, these tamales are sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting tamale recipe, give these coffee-prune cream of wheat sweet tamales a try!
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