Cachapas are a sweet and savory appetizer or snack made from mostly corn and masarepa (arepa flour). I think of these as Venezuelan corn pancakes, which are typically served with cheese inside. Higher moisture mozzarella can make the cachapas too wet and harder to work with and handle when eating. More Latin American & Mexican RecipesFrequently Asked Questions Can I cook cachapas on a griddle? Yes, cachapas are cooked just like pancakes so a griddle will work.