Pandebono

Pandebono
Colombia
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 2 cups panela cheese or farmer’s cheese, crumbled (or substitute with mozzarella)
  • 1 cup cassava flour (yuca flour)
  • 1 cup cornmeal (fine)
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Prepare the Dough

In a large bowl, combine the cassava flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and salt.

In another bowl, mix the softened butter and sugar until creamy.

Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the crumbled cheese.

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. The dough should be thick and slightly sticky.

Shape the Pandebono

Using your hands, shape the dough into small balls or disks, about 1 to 2 inches in diameter.

Place the shaped dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.

Bake

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the pandebono are golden brown on the outside.

Serve

Allow the pandebono to cool slightly before serving. They are best enjoyed warm.

Enjoy your meal!