Paleo Cheese Arepa
Embrace the flavors of comfort and tradition with these delicious **Paleo Cheese Arepas**, a grain-free and dairy-free twist on the classic Latin American staple. Made with a nutrient-packed blend of almond flour, coconut flour, and arrowroot powder, these arepas have a perfectly tender and slightly crisp texture. Nutritional yeast lends a cheesy flavor, while optional dairy-free cheese shreds add an extra layer of indulgence. Ready in just 40 minutes, these arepas are cooked to golden perfection in coconut oil and make a versatile base for your favorite Paleo-friendly toppings like avocado, salsa, or extra cheese. Whether you're following a Paleo diet or looking for a gluten-free, dairy-free option, this easy recipe delivers satisfying flavor and wholesome goodness in every bite. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or even dinner!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Almond flour
- 1 4 cup Arrowroot powder
- 2 tablespoons Coconut flour
- 3 large Eggs
- 1 4 cup Almond milk
- 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
- 1 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 3 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 4 cup Dairy-free cheese shreds (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the almond flour, arrowroot powder, coconut flour, nutritional yeast, and salt.
Beat the eggs and almond milk together in a separate bowl until well mixed.
Slowly add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring continuously to form a smooth, slightly sticky dough.
If using the optional dairy-free cheese shreds, fold them into the dough.
Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1/2-inch thick.
Heat the coconut oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is hot, place a few arepas in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd the pan.
Cook the arepas for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and slightly crispy on the outside.
Transfer the cooked arepas to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Repeat the cooking process with the remaining arepas, adding more coconut oil to the skillet as needed.
Serve the arepas warm, either as they are or with your choice of Paleo-friendly toppings such as avocado, salsa, or extra dairy-free cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5709 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.9 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.4 g | 482% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 558 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3119 mg | 136% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 988.5 g | 359% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 53.6 g | 191% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 64.2 g | 128% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.0 mcg | 25% | |
| Calcium | 2796 mg | 215% | |
| Iron | 31.7 mg | 176% | |
| Potassium | 879 mg | 19% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
