Heavenly Recipe for Panocha

Experience the magic of traditional New Mexican cuisine with this delightful
recipe for Panocha. This pudding-like dessert is a hidden gem that's worth
discovering.

Servings: 8 servings

Author:

Prep Time
10 minutes

Cook Time
40 minutes

Course:

Dessert

Cuisine:

New Mexican

Keywords:

Panocha candy recipe Traditional panocha delight

🧂 Ingredients

1 cup sprouted wheat flour

(or whole wheat flour)
1 ½ cups piloncillo

(or dark brown sugar)
4 cups whole milk
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt

Instructions

1 Start by pouring the milk into a large saucepan and place it over medium heat.
Add the piloncillo or dark brown sugar, stirring until it is completely
dissolved.
2 As the milk begins to simmer, add the sprouted wheat flour gradually. It's
important to whisk continuously to prevent any lumps from forming. I learned
this the hard way during my initial attempts!
3 Reduce the heat to low and continue to cook the mixture, stirring frequently,
for about 30 minutes. The mixture should thicken into a pudding-like
consistency.
4 Now, stir in the butter, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract. Add a pinch of
salt to balance out the sweetness. The addition of these flavors takes the
Panocha to another level, infusing it with a warm, comforting aroma.
5 Once everything is well combined, remove the pan from the heat. Let the Panocha
cool for a few minutes.
6 Pour the mixture into a pudding mold or individual serving dishes. Let it cool
down completely, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.