Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo)

Name: Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 24 servings
Ingredients: 250 ml Whole milk; 125 ml Vegetable oil; 5 g Salt; 2 large Large eggs; 200 g Grated cheese (e.g., mix of Parmesan and mozzarella)

Difficulty

easy

Time

45m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Pão de queijo, or Brazilian cheese bread, is an irresistibly delicious, gluten-free pastry that is crispy on the outside and soft and cheesy on the inside. This popular Brazilian snack is perfect for breakfast, a light snack, or even as an accompaniment to a casual dinner. It's easy to make and guaranteed to enchant your taste buds with its unique combination of cheese and tapioca flour. Make this authentic Brazilian delicacy at home and enjoy the taste of freshly baked, warm cheese balls!

ingredients

24 Servings

250 ml Whole milk125 ml Vegetable oil5 g Salt2 large Large eggs200 g Grated cheese (e.g., mix of Parmesan and mozzarella)

Steps

Prep and Boil

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a medium saucepan, bring the milk, oil, and salt to a boil. Once boiling, remove from heat.

Combine Dough

In a large bowl, pour the hot milk mixture over the tapioca flour. Stir with a wooden spoon or spatula until the flour absorbs the liquid and you get a crumbly dough. Let it cool for 5-10 minutes.

Add Eggs and Cheese

Once the dough is lukewarm, add the eggs one by one, mixing thoroughly after each addition. Then, add the grated cheese and knead the dough by hand until it's smooth and uniform. The dough will be slightly sticky.

Shape and Bake

With wet hands, form the dough into small balls, about the size of a walnut, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, spaced slightly apart. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up. Serve warm!

Extra Tips

► Don't be afraid to experiment with cheeses! You can use only Parmesan, or even a little cheddar for a more unique flavor.

► If the dough is too sticky, add a little more tapioca flour; if it's too dry, add a drop of milk.

► Freshly baked Pão de queijo is the most delicious, but it can also be enjoyed cold or quickly reheated in the oven.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 45g
Calories	280 kcal	126 kcal
Protein	9g	4g
Fat	18g	8g
Carbohydrate	20g	9g
Fiber	0.5g	0.2g
Sugar	1g	0.5g