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Arepas con Queso

Golden corn cakes stuffed with melted cheese, crispy outside and soft inside—perfect as a snack or breakfast.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 arepas
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups pre-cooked cornmeal (masarepa)
  • 2.5 cups warm water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp butter optional
Filling
  • 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella or queso fresco
  • 1 tbsp oil or butter for cooking

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Skillet or griddle
  • Spatula
  • Oven (optional)

Method
 

  1. Mix warm water and salt, then add cornmeal to form dough.
  2. Rest dough 5 minutes, then knead with butter.
  3. Shape into discs and stuff with cheese.
  4. Cook on greased skillet until golden on both sides.
  5. Optional: finish in oven for extra meltiness.
  6. Serve warm.

Notes

Ensure dough is soft but not sticky for best results.