CAYMAN CUSTARD-TOPPED CORNBREAD

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You won't find the recipe anywhere other than the Cayman Islands! One of my favorite desserts growing up in Cayman. Very sweet and you will be wanting more!

Provided by Sharice McLean

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 1h40m

Yield 15

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups white sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch freshly grated nutmeg, or more to taste
1 (14 ounce) can coconut milk
1 (12 fluid ounce) can evaporated milk
1 (14 ounce) can water
1 (12 fluid ounce) can water
¼ cup butter, melted
1 egg, slightly beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Whisk sugar, flour, cornmeal, baking powder, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg together in a bowl. Add coconut milk and evaporated milk; fill empty cans with water (totaling 26 fluid ounces) and add to mixture. Mix butter, egg, and vanilla extract into mixture and beat with an electric mixer until well mixed; pour into the prepared dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cornbread is cooked through and set, 1 hour 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.8 g, Cholesterol 27.8 mg, Fat 11.2 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 4.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 156.5 mg, Sugar 42.8 g

Sharmin
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This was my first time making cornbread, and it turned out great! The custard topping was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Karen Ryan
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This cornbread was a bit too dry for my taste, but the custard topping was delicious. I think I'll try adding some extra butter or milk to the cornbread next time.


Anita Scott
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I'm not a big fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind. The custard topping was the perfect complement to the cornbread. I'll definitely be making this again.


Malak Saqib
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This cornbread was easy to make and turned out delicious. The custard topping was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Oye Hoye
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I've been making this cornbread for years, and it's always a hit. The custard topping is a must-have! I highly recommend this recipe.


MrSonic Vega
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This was my first time making cornbread, and it turned out great! The custard topping was the perfect finishing touch. I'll definitely be making this again.


Nichian Lehman
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This cornbread was a bit too crumbly for my taste, but the custard topping was delicious. I think I'll try using a different cornmeal next time.


Gideon James
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I'm not a big fan of cornbread, but this recipe changed my mind. The custard topping was the perfect complement to the cornbread. I'll definitely be making this again.


Remington McGirr
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This cornbread was a bit dry for my taste, but the custard topping was delicious. I think I'll try adding some extra butter or milk to the cornbread next time.


leon Martin
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I followed the recipe exactly and the cornbread turned out great. The custard topping was a bit too sweet for my taste, but overall it was a good recipe.


Ramesh Silva
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This cornbread was easy to make and turned out perfect. The custard topping was the perfect finishing touch. I'll be making this again for sure.


Maher Hz
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Made this for a potluck and it was a total crowd-pleaser. Everyone loved the unique flavor of the cornbread and the custard topping. Will definitely be making this again.


Morgan Harrington
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I've tried many cornbread recipes, but this one is by far the best. The custard topping is genius, and it takes the cornbread to a whole new level. Highly recommend!


Olaa Essam
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This cornbread was a hit with my family! The custard topping was a delightful surprise, and the cornbread itself was moist and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.