Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

Venezuelan Pancakes

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 5m
Cook Time: 15m
Total Time: 20m
Servings: 8
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (32 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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Garnish:

Nutritional Information

91
Calories
3.6g
Fat
8mg
Cholesterol
321mg
Sodium
14.6g
Carbohydrate
1.9g
Protein
Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

Recipe Description

With simple ingredients these Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes make a change from the traditional flour pancake and into the most delicious breakfast treat.

Unlike the traditional thin pancake, this corn cake is thick but airy and light and despite the substantial offering, they are as quick and easy as any pancake. You can experiment using different fillings, either sweet or savory and either are suitably tasty!

To make Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Prepare batter

    5 min
    Step 1 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn CakesStep 1 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

    In a food processor, blend the corn, cream, salt, melted butter, and cornstarch until you have a smooth, thick batter.

  2. 2

    Heat oil

    2 min
    Step 2 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

    In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil.

  3. 3

    Cook pancakes

    6 min
    Step 3 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn CakesStep 3 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn CakesStep 3 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

    Add about ¼ - ⅓ cup of the batter to skillet in a circular shape and cook until it begins to bubble and the spatula slides underneath, easily. Flip and cook further on the other side on a low heat. Be careful not to burn the batter. Continue with remaining batter.

  4. 4

    Fill pancakes

    5 min
    Step 4 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

    Spread pancakes with butter and cheese to fill or top with queso fresco cheese.

  5. 5

    Serve

    2 min
    Step 5 - Cachapas: Venezuelan Corn Cakes

    Fold pancakes in half and serve!

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About the author

Lilly Mathuse

Lilly is an enthusiastic and cheerful young mom. She knows as well as any parent that children can be really picky when it comes to food. And she’s had plenty of experience trying to cook meals that are both tasty and nutritious, and able to satisfy the tastes of a fussy kid right away! To save you some precious time, Lilly's going to share with you all the tricks she learned the hard way, so you don’t have to! She has a wealth of recipes for quick and easy meals for kids and families on a budget.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (32 reviews)
George
September 21, 2024
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I tried making these Cachapas for a Sunday brunch and they were a hit. It was so easy to follow the recipe and the flavors were truly exceptional. I filled them with cheese and avocado, and they tasted amazing. Will definitely make them again for friends!

Teresa González
June 6, 2024
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¡Delicioso!

Diana
May 10, 2024
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Yummy and easy!

Sam
October 20, 2023
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Wow, these Cachapas are absolutely bonkers! 😍 My fam loved 'em! I made 'em for Sunday brunch, and they were all gobbled up in no time. Simple ingredients, yet sooo tasty. Can't believe I waited this long to try! Can't wait to experiment with fillings. Highly recommend! 🥳

Victor Dupont
August 7, 2023
Verified

Super! I tried these Cachapas for breakfast – they remind me of my trips to Venezuela! So easy to make and taste great with cheese.

DelightedD
April 13, 2023
Verified

Fabulous!

Maggie
January 7, 2023
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These cachapas are simply fantastic! I decided to make them for a Sunday brunch and they were a hit. The corniness just lifted my day. I added cheese to mine, and they were packed with flavour. So easy yet oh so delicious!

Brian Thompson
December 19, 2022
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Amazing

Tati
July 9, 2022
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Hice estas Cachapas para un desayuno familiar y fueron un exito total. La textura es tan suave y ligera, diferente de los panqueques normales. A mi esposo le encantó con queso y un poco de miel. Es una receta fácil y deliciosa que definitivamente haré de nuevo.

Gregory Smith
February 12, 2022
Verified

Delicious! Made these Cachapas with my kids for brunch and they loved them. We filled some with cheese and others with syrup. It was a fun morning together, and these corn cakes were a hit!

Wendy Smith
October 7, 2021
Verified

These cachapas are simply great! Made them for breakfast last Sunday, and my kids loved them. We filled them with cheese and it was a big hit with the whole family. Definitely recommend!

Cathy
January 21, 2021
Verified

These cachapas are so good! Made them for brunch, they reminded me of summers in Venezuela. So easy and so yummy!

Brisa Maceyko
June 17, 2020
Verified

Loved the texture of these cachapas corn cakes amazing.

Rico
June 8, 2020
Verified

Yummy! Made these for my wife's birthday brunch and they were a hit! The corn cakes were super fluffy and everyone loved trying different fillings. Can't wait to make them again!

Samiya Alires
May 12, 2020
Verified

Another brilliant reciepe from my all time favorite, Lilly. Can't wait to see what else you make.

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