Fried Masa Cakes with Cheese (Arepas de Queso) – a delicious recipe with milk, unsalted butter, white arepa, salt, sugar, mozzarella. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Baking & Desserts
Servings:persons
1
Bring milk to a simmer in a small saucepan, then remove from heat and stir in butter.
2
Combine arepa flour, salt, sugar, and mozzarella in a large bowl.
3
Add hot milk and stir until combined.
4
Let mixture stand until milk is absorbed enough for a soft dough to form, 1 to 2 minutes (dough will continue to stiffen).
5
Form dough into 12 balls (about 2 inches in diameter) and flatten between palms into 3 1/2- to 4-inch patties (about 1/3 inch thick).
6
Heat tablespoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over moderately low heat until hot, then cook 3 or 4 arepas until cooked through and golden in patches, 6 to 8 minutes on each side.
7
Make more arepas in same manner, adding oil as needed.
518
kcal
Calories
29
g
Fat
47
g
Carbs
17
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 cups milk, 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, 1 1/2 cups white arepa flour (precooked cornmeal), 1 teaspoon salt, and more.
Yes, Fried Masa Cakes with Cheese (Arepas de Queso) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.
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