Cornmeal Cake with Black Cherry Compote Recipe

Name: Cornmeal Cake with Black Cherry Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Yellow cornmeal; 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 2 cups fresh goat's milk or whole milk; 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter; 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1 cup yellow cornmeal; 1/4 cup honey; 5 tablespoons sugar; 4 large eggs, separated; Black Cherry Compote

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350F.
2
Butter 9 x 5x 2 1/2-inch metal loaf pan.
3
Dust with cornmeal; tap out excess.
4
Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into heavy medium saucepan; add bean.
5
Add milk, butter, lemon peel and salt.
6
Bring to simmer, stirring until butter melts.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Gradually whisk in 1 cup cornmeal.
9
Transfer to medium bowl.
10
Mix in honey and 3 tablespoons sugar.
11
Cool to just lukewarm, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
12
Discard vanilla bean.
13
Whisk in yolks.
14
Using electric mixer, beat egg whites in large bowl until foamy.
15
Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons sugar over whites and beat until medium-soft peaks form.
16
Gently fold whites into cornmeal mixture in 2 additions.
17
Pour batter into prepared pan.
18
Bake cake until top cracks and tester inserted into center comes out with a few moist crumbs attached, about 45 minutes.
19
Cool cake in pan on rack (cake will fall in center).
20
Turn out onto plate.
21
Using sharp serrated knife, cut cake into 3/4-inch-thick slices.
22
Place 1 slice on each plate.
23
Top with Black Cherry Compote.

526

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Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Yellow cornmeal, 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, 2 cups fresh goat's milk or whole milk, 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Cornmeal Cake with Black Cherry Compote falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cornmeal Cake with Black Cherry Compote

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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