Here’s a savory (salty) corn cake with eggs—soft, slightly moist, and perfect as a snack, breakfast, or side dish. 🌽🥚
Savory Corn & Egg Cake
Ingredients
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen)
- 3 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup vegetable oil or melted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornmeal (optional, for extra corn flavor)
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ small onion, finely chopped (optional)
- ½ cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or feta – optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped herbs (parsley or green onions – optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a small baking pan or loaf tin.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs lightly. Add milk and oil, mix well.
- Stir in the corn kernels (you can blend half the corn for a smoother texture if you like).
- In another bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture.
- Fold in onion, cheese, and herbs if using.
- Pour batter into the pan and smooth the top.
- Bake for 35–45 minutes, or until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool slightly before slicing.
Tips & Variations
- Add chili flakes or paprika for a spicy kick 🌶️
- Replace milk with yogurt for a softer texture
- Serve warm with butter, cream cheese, or soup
If you want, I can also give you a no-oven version, gluten-free option, or a very simple 5-ingredient recipe 😊