Strawberry Cornmeal Cake

Name: Strawberry Cornmeal Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: International
Ingredients: 150 g of cornmeal (fine); 100 g of flour; 120 g of sugar; 1 packet of baking powder; eggs; 120 ml of milk; 80 ml of vegetable oil ((sunflower or canola)); 1 tsp of vanilla extract; 1 pinch of salt; 200 g of strawberries (fresh (washed and hulled)); 1 tbsp of brown sugar

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This grainy-textured cake has strawberries worked into the batter. 🍓 It's rustic and crisp around the edges.

Total time: 50 min
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 35 min
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.83

By the CookinBreak team

Goes well with

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

245kcal

Protein5 g8%
Carbs33 g55%
Fat10 g37%
Fiber3 g

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even more melt-in-your-mouth taste, toss the strawberries with a spoonful of honey and let them marinate for 10 minutes before placing them on the batter 🍯🍓. It will caramelize their juices during baking for an ultra-indulgent result! 😍

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Yes

Very well, up to 2-3 months. Wrap whole or in portions in plastic wrap, then place in a freezer bag.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Keeps 3 to 4 days max at room temperature or in the fridge in an airtight container.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

Make it the day before for better texture and optimal keeping. Let cool completely.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Usually eaten cold or at room temperature. For a warm slice, reheat gently for 5-10 min in the oven at 120-140°C. Microwave possible but texture altered.

Variations

Sprinkle with brown sugar for a caramelized crust.
Place the strawberries cut side down.
Serve warm.

Mistakes to avoid

Forgetting to oil or line the pan.
Taking it out too early: a knife inserted in the center should come out dry.
Unmolding while hot: let it cool slightly.

Frequently asked questions

How do you make a cornmeal cake?

Mix fine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder and salt, add eggs, milk, oil and vanilla, pour into an oiled pan, arrange the halved strawberries on top, sprinkle with brown sugar and bake for 35 minutes at 180 °C.

What is the texture of this cake?

It's rustic, with the grainy texture of cornmeal, crisp around the edges, with strawberries worked into the batter.

How do you arrange the strawberries?

Place the 200 g of halved strawberries on the batter, cut side down, then sprinkle with a tablespoon of brown sugar for a caramelized crust.

How do you know when the cake is done?

After about 35 minutes at 180 °C, the cake should be golden and a knife inserted in the center should come out dry. Let it cool slightly before unmolding.