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Cachapas Recipe (Venezuelan Corn Pancakes) – Sweet, Soft & Authentic

Cachapas are traditional Venezuelan corn pancakes made with fresh corn and served hot with melted cheese. Naturally sweet, soft, and golden, this authentic Cachapas recipe brings the true taste of Venezuelan street food to your kitchen.

📌 What Are Cachapas?

Cachapas are thick pancakes made from fresh corn kernels, popular across Venezuela as breakfast, lunch, or street food. They are typically:

  • Lightly sweet
  • Soft inside with crispy edges
  • Filled with queso de mano or melting cheese

Cachapas are one of the most searched Venezuelan corn-based recipes worldwide.

🌽 Ingredients for Cachapas

Serves: 4 | Prep: 10 min | Cook: 15 min

  • 2½ cups fresh corn kernels (or frozen, thawed)
  • 2 tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ cup milk
  • ¼ cup cornmeal or all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp butter or oil (for cooking)

🧀 Traditional Filling

  • Queso de mano (traditional)
    OR
  • Fresh mozzarella, farmer’s cheese, or mild melting cheese

👩‍🍳 How to Make Cachapas (Step-by-Step)

1️⃣ Blend the Batter

Blend corn, sugar, egg, milk, salt, and baking powder until slightly coarse (not fully smooth).

2️⃣ Adjust Texture

Stir in cornmeal or flour. Batter should be thick but pourable.

3️⃣ Cook the Cachapas

Heat butter on a skillet over medium heat. Pour batter to form thick pancakes. Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden.

4️⃣ Add Cheese

Place cheese on one half, fold, and cook briefly until melted.

🌟 Why This Cachapas Recipe Works

  • Uses fresh corn for authentic sweetness
  • Balanced thickness for soft texture
  • Works with international cheese substitutes
  • Quick, one-pan method

🔁 Cachapas Variations

  • Cheese & Ham Cachapas
  • Coconut Cachapas (regional)
  • Mini Cachapas (party style)
  • Vegan Cachapas (egg-free with plant milk)

🍽️ How to Serve Cachapas

Serve hot with:

  • Extra butter
  • Sour cream
  • Avocado slices
  • Venezuelan nata or cream

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator: Up to 2 days
Freezer: Freeze cooked cachapas up to 1 month
Reheat: Pan-fry or air-fry until warm

❓ Cachapas FAQ (Schema-Ready)

Are cachapas sweet or savory?

They are naturally sweet, balanced with savory cheese.

Can I use canned corn?

Fresh or frozen corn is best. Canned corn is too soft and watery.

What cheese melts best for cachapas?

Queso de mano is traditional; mozzarella works well globally.

Are cachapas gluten-free?

Yes, if you use cornmeal instead of flour.

🍽️ Nutrition (Approx. per serving)

  • Calories: 280
  • Protein: 9g
  • Carbs: 36g
  • Fat: 11g

⭐ Final Thoughts

This authentic Cachapas recipe delivers sweet corn pancakes with melted cheese—simple, comforting, and perfect for any meal. It’s beginner-friendly and ideal for evergreen SEO traffic on MonzoorsKitchen.

🔗 Similar Recipes You May Like

  1. Venezuelan Arepas
  2. Tequeños (Cheese Sticks)
  3. Corn Fritters
  4. Sweet Corn Pancakes
  5. Latin American Breakfast Classics.

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