Pão de Queijo — Brazilian Cheese Bread
Discover this delicious Brazilian cheese bread, crispy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Made with tapioca flour and grated cheese, this traditional and easy recipe is perfect for breakfast or a snack.
🛒 Ingredients
6 servings
- 2 cups tapioca flour (or cassava starch)
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 3.5 oz grated cheese (Parmesan, Gruyère, or a blend)
- 2 eggs
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- 1
Preheat the oven to 355°F.
- 2
In a saucepan, heat the milk, water, oil, and salt until it reaches a full boil.
- 3
Place the tapioca flour in a mixing bowl and pour the hot mixture over it. Stir well with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated.
- 4
Let it cool for a few minutes (about 2-3 minutes) so the dough cools down slightly.
- 5
Add the eggs one by one, mixing vigorously after each addition to fully incorporate them.
- 6
Add the grated cheese and mix well until you have a smooth, homogeneous dough.
- 7
Using two dampened tablespoons or slightly wet hands, form small balls of dough (about 1.25 to 1.5 inches in diameter).
- 8
Place the balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spacing them slightly apart.
- 9
Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until the breads are golden brown and slightly puffed.
- 10
Remove from the oven and enjoy warm to appreciate the crispy exterior and chewy interior texture.
💡 Chef's Tip
For the best texture, serve the cheese breads warm right after baking. If you prepare the dough in advance, you can form the balls and freeze them raw, then bake them directly from the freezer by adding 5 minutes to the baking time. For an even chewier version, add 3 tbsp of sour cream or crème fraîche to the hot mixture.
