Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes)
Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes) feature warm, tender masa with a lightly crisped exterior and a molten, tangy queso fresco center. They’re satisfying yet simple, with toasty corn flavor and creamy richness that pairs beautifully with curtido. Serve as a snack or appetizer, or make a few extra for a casual dinner with friends.
- Prep25 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 54 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 15 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 47 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 37
- Heart Health
- 54
- Metabolic
- 42
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 34
- Performance
- 36
- General Wellness
- 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the masa harina and water and stir until smooth; knead thoroughly. Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
- 2
Form the dough into eight balls about 2 inches in diameter. On a lightly floured surface, roll each ball into a 6-inch round. Sprinkle 1/4 cup queso fresco over each round. Place a second tortilla on top of the cheese and pinch the edges to seal the cheese inside.
- 3
Heat an ungreased skillet over medium-high heat. Cook one tortilla at a time until the cheese melts and the tortillas are lightly browned, about 2 minutes per side.
- Calories 440.24 kcal High 22%
- Protein 18.93 g Good Source 38%
- Carbohydrate 57.04 g 21%
- Total Fat 15.54 g Moderate 20%
- Saturated Fat 8.99 g High 45%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 53.69 mg Moderate 18%
- Sodium 309.33 mg Moderate 13%
- Dietary Fiber 5.79 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 3.66 g --
- Added Sugars 2.48 g Low Source 5%
- Calcium 429.75 mg Good Source 33%
- Iron 5.68 mg Good Source 32%
- Potassium 185.96 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin A 90.5 mcg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
About This Recipe
Queso Pupusas (Cheese Filled Masa Cakes) is made with 3 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Masa, Queso Fresco, and Water. Each serving provides about 440.24 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes) made of?
- The main ingredients are Masa, Queso Fresco, Water. The full list of 3 is above.
- How long does it take to make Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes)?
- About 40 mins in total: 25 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 440.24 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 3 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes) healthy?
- Queso Pupusas (Cheese-Filled Masa Cakes) has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 440.24 calories and 18.93 g of protein, or 38% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber, calcium and iron. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 309.33 mg (13% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.99 g (45% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Corn, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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