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Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas

Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas: A Cozy, Cheesy Delight

Delight in these Venezuelan Sweet Corn Cachapas, a comforting and cheesy treat perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 cachapas
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Venezuelan
Calories: 220

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups sweet corn fresh or frozen kernels
  • 1 large egg acts as a binder
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour provides structure
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar adds sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil for frying
For the Filling
  • 8 ounces buffalo mozzarella cheese ideal meltiness
For Serving
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter for topping

Equipment

  • blender or food processor
  • large non-stick skillet or griddle

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a blender or food processor, combine your sweet corn kernels, egg, all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Blend until mostly smooth, retaining some corn texture.
  2. Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat and add enough vegetable oil to coat the pan.
  3. Pour about 60 ml of batter for each cachapa onto the skillet, spreading it to about 5 inches in diameter. Cook for 3-4 minutes until golden, then flip and cook 3-4 minutes more.
  4. Place slices of buffalo mozzarella in the center of each cooked pancake, fold in half, and press gently to seal. Let sit off the heat to melt the cheese.
  5. Serve warm with a pat of unsalted butter on top and enjoy with or without dipping sauces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cachapaCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store unfilled cachapas in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for a month. Reheat in a dry skillet for best results.

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