
A delightful dessert tamale featuring fresh sweet corn, juicy blueberries, and a fragrant cinnamon crema.
**Prepare the Corn Husks:** Soak the dried corn husks in hot water for at least 30 minutes, or until softened and pliable. Drain and pat dry before using.
**Make the Tamale Dough:** In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the masa harina, baking powder, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the vegetable broth or water, until a smooth dough forms. The dough should be the consistency of thick cake batter.
Stir in the fresh sweet corn kernels and blueberries until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
**Assemble the Tamales:** Take a soaked corn husk and spread a generous amount of the tamale dough (about 1/4 cup) onto the husk, leaving some space around the edges. Fold the sides of the husk inward, then fold up the bottom to create a sealed packet.
Repeat with the remaining husks and dough.
**Steam the Tamales:** Arrange the tamales upright in a steamer basket set over a pot of simmering water. Make sure the water level is below the steamer basket.
Cover the pot tightly and steam the tamales for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until the dough is firm and cooked through. Check the water level occasionally and add more if needed.
**Make the Cinnamon Crema:** While the tamales are steaming, prepare the cinnamon crema. In a medium bowl, whip the heavy cream until soft peaks form.
Gradually add the powdered sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.
**Serve:** Carefully remove the tamales from the steamer. Let them cool slightly before unwrapping. Serve warm, topped with a generous dollop of cinnamon crema.
Nutrition per serving (180g)
If you don't have a steamer, you can use a large pot with a trivet or crumpled aluminum foil to create a platform for the tamales.
To check for doneness, insert a toothpick into the center of a tamale. If it comes out clean, the tamales are done.
You can substitute frozen corn kernels for fresh, but be sure to thaw and drain them well before adding to the dough.
For a richer flavor, use melted coconut oil instead of butter.
Leftover tamales can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat by steaming or microwaving.
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Large Bowl
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