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Cachapas | Venezuelan Corn Pancakes

Cachapas | Venezuelan Corn Pancakes with Melty Cheese Delight

Discover the delightful sweetness of Cachapas, Venezuelan Corn Pancakes, stuffed with melty cheese, perfect for any time of day.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 pancakes
Course: Brunch
Cuisine: Venezuelan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pancake Batter
  • 2 cups Fresh Corn Can be substituted with defrosted frozen corn.
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder.
  • 1/2 cup Cornflour (Cornstarch) Helps achieve a tender texture.
  • 1/2 cup All-purpose Flour Provides structure to the batter.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Enhances the natural sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Balances flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Adds richness; can replace with oil.
  • 1 cup Milk Try using plant-based milk for vegan option.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella Cheese Swappable with cottage cheese.
  • 1/4 cup Jalapeños Optional for spice.
For Cooking
  • 1 tablespoon Oil Used for greasing the skillet.

Equipment

  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Non-stick Skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Begin by blending fresh corn, egg, milk, melted butter, cornflour, all-purpose flour, sugar, and salt in a blender or food processor until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes and generously grease with oil.
  3. Pour a ladleful of the batter into the skillet, forming a pancake about 5 inches in diameter and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  4. Carefully flip the cachapa after 2-3 minutes, ensuring it is golden-brown on both sides.
  5. Once browned, add shredded mozzarella cheese to one half of the pancake and fold over.
  6. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pancakeCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Experiment with various fillings like spicy cheeses or vegetables for a personal touch.

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