I've been intrigued by Yankee Indian Pudding for quite some time. I most certainly did not grow up with cornmeal and sugar together in any dish. Cornbread in Texas is sugar-less. Furthermore, we do not associate with people who eat sweet grits with maple syrup for breakfast.
When it comes to cornmeal, you're either in the savory camp or the sweet camp.
While I pledge allegiance to savory cornmeal (cornmeal-fried catfish and hush puppies will convert anyone), I couldn't get the idea of sweet cornmeal pudding out of my head. I love cornmeal in all its shapes and forms, so why not with blueberries stirred in, and a crunchy sugar crust?
I made the cornmeal pudding on the stove with a touch of sugar. I stirred in butter and lemon zest for good measure. After pouring the pudding into serving dishes, I pressed in blueberries.
My dear Yankee friends: I understand that true Indian Pudding is baked with molasses, spices and tastes much like pumpkin pie. But, this lemon-y blueberry version is perfect for summer because it doesn't require any oven-time.
The sugared blueberries on top are a special touch.
Now that I'm officially a traitor in the sweet cornmeal camp, I can't decide if I like this pudding best served hot or cold.
You may certainly sprinkle the sugar on top and caramelize it with a blow torch right after making, or you can cover and chill before serving. It almost has a creme brûlée taste with its warm, crunchy sugar top and cool, creamy pudding.
I hope you enjoyed this variation of Indian Pudding!
A delicious dessert for two made with cornmeal.Brûléed Indian Pudding with Blueberries
Ingredients
For the optional sparkling blueberries:
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
2
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 872Total Fat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 162mgCarbohydrates: 176gFiber: 2gSugar: 151gProtein: 5g
Cathy Pollak ~ Noble Pig says
Oh man this sounds amazing! I mean why the heck not, I love cornmeal too and with blueberries...yummy!!
Julia {The Roasted Root} says
Oh crap, I don't know which side to pledge allegiance to..I may have to be a traitor and sit on the fence. I'm completely intrigued by your Indian bread pudding! I had never heard of such a thing and it looks gorgeous and delicious. I have plenty of cornmeal to make these for two fooooorever! Hope you had a fun 4th!!
Heather (Heather's Dish) says
Yep, never heard of Indian pudding but you've convinced me to pay a little attention to the sweeter version of cornmeal - you know, just this once ;)
Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain says
This looks insanely delicious! And I agree, who would dare to eat sweet grits? Crazy!
Jen @ Marshmallows and Margaritas says
I've never heard of Indian Pudding, but this sounds delicious! I love cornmeal in both sweet and savory forms... but I'm from the Southwest, which isn't really the North or the South, so maybe that's why?
Erin | The Law Student's Wife says
Cornmeal forever! I'm such a cornmeal obsessee. I'll take it sweet or savory, and I will take FOUR of these gorgeous puddings. Sparkling blueberries not optional. What a fun idea! Love it Christina.
Christina says
Obsessee is my new favorite word, Erin!
Julianne @ Beyond Frosting says
What a beautiful dessert!
Cookbook Queen says
In. Love.
Mr. & Mrs. P says
Sounds wonderful. Never tried indian pudding before.
Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking says
This looks so luscious and beautiful, Christina!