A traditional polenta cake made in a special ridged tin to form its special shape. The “Polenta Love” hails from Northern Italy.
Photo by G. Giustolisi
Amor polenta (“Polenta love”) is the name of a sweet from the traditional Italian Cucina Povera, born in the city of Varese (northern Italy). Made with corn flour (corn meal), used for the preparation of polenta (so it also gluten free), the peculiarity of polenta cake is to use the classic ridged cake tin, specially created for the preparation of this sweet.
The texture and flavor are unique and derived from perfect cooking conditions. 
The Amor Polenta Cake
- Yield: 1 cake 1x
Description
A traditional polenta cake made in a special ridged tin to form its special shape. The “Polenta Love” hails from Northern Italy.
Ingredients
- 100 g 3½ oz white rice flour
- 75 g 3 oz corn starch (corn flour)
- 1 tsp organic baking powder
- 2 tsp organic “Bourbon” vanilla powder
- 75 3 oz almond flour
- 125 g 4½ high quality butter softened
- 125 g 4½ light Muscovado sugar
- 2 large organic free range egg at room temperature
- 2 eggs yolks
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180° C (350° F / Gas 4).
- Sift the flours and baking powder. Add the vanilla and almond flour.?In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the sugar and fitted with an electric mixer until mixture is puffy and soft. Add the eggs (and the yolks) and continue beating. Add flour never stop beating. Grease and flour the mold (you can also use the traditional loaf tin). Pour the mixture and bake for 50 minutes.
- Category: Baking, Dessert
- Cuisine: Italian
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of corn flour should I use for The Amor Polenta Cake?
Use a fine corn meal specifically labeled for polenta, as it will provide the right texture and flavor for this cake.
Is it essential to use a ridged cake tin for this recipe?
Yes, the ridged cake tin is crucial for achieving the traditional shape and texture of the Amor Polenta Cake.
How do I know when the polenta cake is properly cooked?
The cake is done when a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating that the polenta has set correctly.
What is baking soda ! Is it baking soda or baking powder . Thank u pls Reply.
Hi Jaitoon,
In my recipes I only use organic baking powder (available in organic food shops). Organic (or natural) baking powder means no dry chemical baking powder and aluminum free.
Happy baking!