Almojábanas

Description

Almojábanas - Authentic recipe from Colombia. Ready in 35 min. Try it now!

1. 1

   Mix 150 g of cornmeal (masarepa or cornstarch) with 150 g of fresh, salty cheese (cuajada or mozzarella).

   ⏱️ approx. 8 min

   💡 Tip: Almojábanas are Colombian cheese rolls — golden brown on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside. They rise thanks to the cheese and starch.

2. 2

   Add 100 ml of milk and knead into a smooth dough. If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.

   ⏱️ approx. 8 min

   💡 Tip: The dough should be smooth and pliable. Fresh cheese makes the almojábanas especially tender and cheesy.

3. 3

   Shape the dough into small balls and bake at 200 °C for 18–20 minutes until risen and golden brown. Serve fresh and warm.

   ⏱️ approx. 20 min

   💡 Tip: Almojábanas puff up and become crispy on the outside with a soft, cheesy interior. They taste best fresh — as they cool down they become firmer.