Best 3 Native American Cornmeal Cookies Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey to discover the delectable flavors of Native American cornmeal cookies, a delightful treat rooted in rich cultural heritage. These cookies, traditionally prepared with cornmeal, offer a unique blend of textures and tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, we'll guide you through the process of creating these mouthwatering cookies. From selecting the finest ingredients to mastering the perfect baking techniques, we'll unravel the secrets to achieving the ideal combination of crispy edges and soft, chewy centers that define a truly exceptional cornmeal cookie. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on this delightful baking adventure together!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CORNMEAL COOKIES



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These are really good cookies. They could be made with margarine, but are MUCH better made with BUTTER.

Provided by Diana A

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 36 cookies

Number Of Ingredients 8

3/4 cup butter, softened
3/4 cup sugar
1 egg
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups flour

Steps:

  • Mix softened BUTTER and sugar until creamy.
  • Add the egg and vanilla and beat well.
  • In a separate mixing bowl, mix together the cornmeal, Baking Powder, salt and flour.
  • Add to the creamed mixture.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto a greased cookie sheet.
  • Bake in a preheated 350 degree oven about 15 minutes or until lightly brown.

NATIVE AMERICAN CORNMEAL COOKIES



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This recipe has been modernized over the years... it is very old... It is a different and good cookie.

Provided by Colleen Sowa @colleenlucky7

Categories     Cookies

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/3 teaspoon(s) salt
3/4 cup(s) sugar (less if desired)
3/4 cup(s) margarine
1/2 cup(s) honey, maple syrup, sorgum, or dark molasses
2 teaspoon(s) vanilla extract
2 large eggs (beaten)
1/2 cup(s) cornmeal
1 3/4 cup(s) flour
2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
OPTIONAL:
3/4 cup(s) chocolate chiips, raisins, dried berries, nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream together salt, sugar and margarine. Add vanilla, egg and one of the syrup type items, beat until well blended and creamy.
  • In separate bowl: mix together well the flour, cornmeal, and baking powder. Gradually add this dry mixture to the creamy mixture.
  • You can add any, all or none of the optional ingredients.
  • Either pat with your hands into small "patties" or drop the dough from a Tablespoon onto a greased baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for about 12 - 15 minutes or until light golden brown. Remove from baking sheet and cool. Store in air tight container in layers with wax paper between them.

POYHA (OLD NATIVE AMERICAN RECIPE) MEAT & CORMEAL



Poyha (Old Native American Recipe) Meat & Cormeal image

This recipe can be cooked over coals,grill or stove and oven. The original recipe called for wild onions & buffalo berries. I have adapted. The meat was also venison. You can use beef,elk, antelope, turkey or ground chicken. Instructions look complicated but very easy.

Provided by Montana Heart Song

Categories     Poultry

Time 1h5m

Yield 2 loafs, 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 lbs ground turkey or 2 lbs ground chicken
3 tablespoons oil
3 slices bacon, chopped, if you are not using bacon as the pan dripping, add 1/2 tsp salt (optional) or 3 slices salt substitute (optional)
2 (14 ounce) cans whole kernel corn, drained or 2 cups frozen corn, thawed
2 cups green seedless grapes, chopped fine
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 eggs
1 1/4 cups coarse yellow cornmeal
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Pam cooking spray
paprika (optional)
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt (optional)

Steps:

  • In blender or food chopper, chop the corn until it is very small pieces.(do not overdo) You don't want liquid.Set aside.
  • (I prefer to use the frozen thawed corn).
  • In large mixing bowl, add chopped corn, chopped grapes, onion, eggs and pepper. Beat until eggs are mixed. Set aside. If you want to add optional paprika and garlic salt, add to mixing bowl.
  • Cast Iron Skillet or Dutch Oven:.
  • Brown ground meat in the oil or in the raw chopped bacon pieces. Cook just until brown. Do not overcook. Add drained meat to corn mixture. Wipe out skillet or dutch oven with a paper towel. Season with a little grease or oil.
  • Add cornmeal to meat and corn mixture. Mix well. I use my hands. Add more cornmeal, a little at a time ie. 1 tablespoon at a time,if the mixture is runny. Should be moist.(note: you might have to use a total of 1 1/2 cups cornmeal or a little more if the corn is very moist.
  • Pack into cast iron dutch oven. Cover.
  • Note: I put a heat proof dish that will fit down inside on top of meat, then cover.
  • Put on grill medium heat for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Over hot coals 45 minutes.Cool at least 15 minutes. Cut slices in the dutch oven, then lift slices out to serving dish.
  • Meat Loaf pans:.
  • Spray with Pam. Pack into two loaf pans.
  • Bake 350* 45 minutes.
  • Bake 350* 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes if packed in a very large loaf pan.
  • Make sure you cool at least 15 minutes or longer. The loaf must set up.
  • Serve with gravy, white sauce, ketchup.
  • Slice for sandwiches, or add with fried potatoes.
  • I like to serve with fried potatoes and white gravy or just plain on a slice of.
  • bread or hogie roll.
  • This is a very moist meat loaf and definitely a full meal. You can add salsa or peppers after slicing if you prefer or any meat sauce. You may put the meat on fry bread and top with salsa also.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 502.3, Fat 25.7, SaturatedFat 8.2, Cholesterol 146.9, Sodium 443.4, Carbohydrate 42.7, Fiber 4.2, Sugar 9.3, Protein 28.2

Tips:

  • Use fresh cornmeal for the best flavor and texture.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Be careful not to overmix the dough, as this will make the cookies tough.
  • If you want chewier cookies, chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking.
  • These cookies can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Native American cornmeal cookies are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are a great way to use up leftover cornmeal, and they are also a fun and educational project for kids. So next time you're looking for a new cookie recipe to try, give these Native American cornmeal cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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