Cuñapes are a typical Bolivian delicacy. Their preparation includes fresh cheese, yuca starch, sugar, salt, and milk. Carefully kneaded, small balls are formed and baked until golden. Perfect to accompany a coffee and enjoy an authentic flavor.
Cuñapes are delicious cheese bites, perfect for a snack or breakfast.
Its soft texture inside and crunchy outside make them an irresistible option.
Once you try them, you won't be able to resist making them over and over again.
Cuñapes
Ingredients
1 ½ kilogram of Cow's fresh cheese
½ kilogram of Yuca starch
1 tablespoon of Sugar
3 tablespoons of Milk
1 pinch of Salt
Preparation
Step 1 : In a bowl, place the fresh cheese and mash it very well.
Step 2 : Add the yuca starch, sugar, and salt (if the cheese isn't salty), then gradually incorporate the milk until a soft dough is formed, not dry.
Step 3 : Remove the dough from the bowl and place it on a table dusted with yuca starch.
Step 4 : Knead vigorously until no lumps remain and small balls are formed.
Step 5 : Use your index finger to make a small hollow on one side of each ball and place them on a floured baking sheet with the hollow side facing up.
Step 6 : Bake in a hot oven at 419°F (American oven) or 217°C (European oven) for twenty to twenty-five minutes, or until the cuñapes are golden.
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