Best 2 Cream Cheese Arepas Recipes

Cream cheese arepas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with a combination of cornmeal, cream cheese, and water, these arepas are soft and fluffy on the inside with a crispy exterior. They can be filled with a variety of savory or sweet ingredients, making them a perfect option for any meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy.

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CREAM CHEESE AREPAS

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Using milk instead of water in the arepas will make them a little richer, a little denser, and, that's right - delicious! Split and serve with a pat of butter and a drizzle of honey, or make a breakfast sandwich with a drizzle of maple syrup, a slice of cheese and cooked ham, and a fried egg.

Provided by Chef John

Categories Bread Quick Bread Recipes Cornbread Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

¾ cup milk at room temperature
¼ cup cream cheese at room temperature
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 cup arepas flour (such as P.A.N.®)
½ teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

Mix milk, cream cheese, and salt in a mixing bowl; whisk together until smooth and foamy. Add sugar and arepas flour to milk mixture; mix with a spatula until dough is soft, thick, and workable, about 1 minute.
Divide dough into 4 portions (for the 4 wells in the maker). Form each quarter into a ball and use wet hands to gently shape it into a thick patty about 1/2-inch thick. If you see little cracks on the outside, the dough may be a little too dry; add more milk.
Heat arepas maker; lightly coat wells of the arepas machine with vegetable oil.
Place patties into wells of maker, close lid, and let cook through one cooking cycle of machine, about 5 minutes. For a crisper crust, flip arepas, using a wooden spoon or spatula, and repeat cooking cycle for 5 more minutes. Patties will be crusty and browned on both sides and the insides will be cooked all the way through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.5 calories, Carbohydrate 23.6 g, Cholesterol 19.6 mg, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.8 g, Sodium 352.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

CREAM CHEESE AREPAS RECIPE - (4.1/5)

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Provided by á-4084

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup milk at room temperatur
1/4 cup cream cheese at room temperature
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 cup arepas flour (such as P.A.N.®)
1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

Mix milk, cream cheese, and salt in a mixing bowl; whisk together until smooth and foamy. Add sugar and arepas flour to milk mixture; mix with a spatula until dough is soft, thick, and workable, about 1 minute. Divide dough into 4 portions (for the 4 wells in the maker). Form each quarter into a ball and use wet hands to gently shape it into a thick patty about 1/2-inch thick. If you see little cracks on the outside, the dough may be a little too dry; add more milk. Heat arepas maker; lightly coat wells of the arepas machine with vegetable oil. Place patties into wells of maker, close lid, and let cook through one cooking cycle of machine, about 5 minutes. For a crisper crust, flip arepas, using a wooden spoon or spatula, and repeat cooking cycle for 5 more minutes. Patties will be crusty and browned on both sides and the insides will be cooked all the way through. Note: You can make arepas using a heavy skillet over medium heat; spray with cooking oil, place arepas into the hot skillet, and cook until bottoms are crusty and brown, about 5 minutes. Flip arepas and cook other side until browned, 3 to 5 more minutes.

Tips:

For a richer flavor, use full-fat cream cheese.
If you don't have any sour cream, you can substitute plain yogurt.
If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
If the dough is too dry, add a little more liquid.
Cook the arepas over medium heat to prevent them from burning.
Serve the arepas warm with your favorite toppings.

Conclusion:

Cream cheese arepas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of toppings to choose from, there is sure to be a cream cheese arepa that everyone will enjoy. So next time you are looking for a new and exciting dish to try, give cream cheese arepas a try. You won't be disappointed!