MASA DE HARINA SWEET CORNBREAD

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Sweet cornbread with a texture that is just unbelievably light. The use of masa de harina (a very fine white corn powder), mixed with yellow corn meal completely changes both the flavor and texture of typical pan cornbread.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup masa harina
½ cup yellow cornmeal
½ cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons sugar
1½ cups half and half (you could use milk) it may require a titch more if the batter seems dry.
3 tablespoons sour cream
2 eggs
4 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Place masa, yellow cornmeal, flour, baking powder, sugar and salt together in a large bowl and stir to combine.
  • Whisk half and half (or milk), sour cream, eggs and 4 tablespoons butter together in a small bowl.
  • Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients.
  • With a wooden spoon, stir to combine. Do not over-mix.
  • Spray or grease the inside of a 9" cast iron skillet.
  • Spoon batter into skillet and smooth top.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until the edges are browned and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Once removed from the oven, drizzle about a tablespoon melted butter on the top (optional).
  • Cool in pan or on a rack slightly before serving.
  • Serve warm.

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