Polenta Cakes (Mexican Breakfast Recipe)

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5.0

18 reviews
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  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    5 mins

  • Total Time

    13 mins

  • Servings

    4 servings

  • Calories

    514 kcal

  • Cuisine

    American

Polenta Cakes (Mexican Breakfast Recipe)

Polenta Cakes are pan-fried goodness sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar. This Mexican breakfast recipe is sweet, buttery, and delicious.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 24 oz San Gennaro Traditional Polenta (cooked/packaged, See Note 1)
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tbsp butter

Garnish

  • pan drippings or maple syrup
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Instructions

  1. Slice the polenta into 8-12 pieces for 2-3 per person. In a small bowl mix the cinnamon and sugar.
  2. Using a paper towel, dry any excess water on each polenta slice and dust evenly on each side with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  3. In a non-stick skillet over medium low heat melt the butter and cook each slice on both sides until light golden brown and crisp to your liking.
  4. Top it off with pan drippings or warm maple syrup. I typically serve alongside crisp bacon and some sliced fruit for a filling breakfast.

Notes

  • If making your own polenta, cook per package instructions and pour into a greased 8x8" square dish and allow to cool, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours to harden. Cut into squares and follow instructions above. 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 514kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 81g (27%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 18g (28%) Saturated Fat 11g (55%) Cholesterol 45mg (15%) Sodium 154mg (6%) Potassium 125mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 18g (36%) Vitamin A 695IU (14%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 1.1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 514 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 514kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 81g 27%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 18g 28%
Saturated Fat 11g 55%
Cholesterol 45mg 15%
Sodium 154mg 6%
Potassium 125mg 3%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 18g 36%
Vitamin A 695IU 14%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 1.1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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