Almojábanas (Colombian Cheese Bread)
Ingredients
- 1 cup 150 g pre-cooked cornmeal (For making arepas)
- 2 tbsp white granulated sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ¼ tsp salt (or to taste, depending on how salty is your cheese)
- 4 cups 400 g cuajada, queso fresco, or Colombian white cheese, grated
- 1 large egg (beaten and at room temperature)
- Milk (as needed, about 5-6 tbsp)
Instructions
- Pre-heat oven at 450ºF (232ºC).
- In a large bowl, mix cornmeal, sugar, baking powder and salt.
- Then add the grated cheese and mix well. Now, add the beaten egg and start kneading with your hands. Finally, add a tbsp of milk at a time until you get a smooth dough.
- Divide dough into 10-12 equal portions, shape the almojábanas into small discs and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool for a few minutes and serve warm.
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