PAN Tequeños Cheese

A cheese tequeño is a traditional Venezuelan snack made by wrapping a strip of dough around a stick of cheese and then frying or baking it until golden and crispy on the outside, with the cheese perfectly melted inside.

The dough is soft yet sturdy, slightly buttery, and becomes beautifully crisp when cooked. The filling is typically a mild, creamy white cheese (like queso blanco or queso Guayanés) that holds its shape while becoming delightfully gooey when heated.

Tequeños are loved for their contrast in textures — crunchy outside, melty inside — and are served as appetizers, snacks, or party food. They're often paired with sauces like guasacaca or sweet dips for an extra flavor touch.