Arepa di Pampuna
Authentic Curaçao Recipe

Arepa di Pampuna

Pumpkin griddle cakes that are fluffy, lightly sweet, and perfect for a sunrise snack with cheese or honey. Slow island cooking, bright citrus, and warm spice make this dish feel like a Sunday table that never ends.

Prep15 min
Cook15 min
Serves8 small cakes
DifficultyEasy

Portions

Adjust the recipe to your group size.

Ingredients below are for 8 people

Ingredients

  • 300 g pumpkin puree
  • 200 g flour
  • 50 g sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 120 ml milk
  • Oil or butter for the pan

Estimated calories

Based on typical ingredients for this dish.

≈ 1440 kcal

180 kcal per person

Step-by-Step Preparation

  1. 01Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
  2. 02Whisk pumpkin puree, egg, and milk until smooth.
  3. 03Combine wet and dry; let rest 5 minutes.
  4. 04Cook small scoops on a lightly oiled skillet, 2–3 minutes per side until golden and fluffy.

Chef's Note

Serve with something crisp and simple on the side so the main flavors stay front and center.

Serving Tip

Serve with sharp cheese or drizzle of honey; for brunch add a squeeze of lime on top.