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Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) recipe by Safe Plated

Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo)

Pão de Queijo is a classic Brazilian cheese bread, known for its chewy texture and cheesy flavor. Made with tapioca flour, it's naturally gluten-free. Enjoy these warm, fluffy bites as a side or snack with lunch.

35m12 servings
Contains dairyContains egg
120 cal|5g protein|15g carbs|5g fat|1g fiber

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Tapioca Flour (Sweet)
  • 0.5 cup Tapioca Flour (Sour)
  • 0.5 cup Milk
  • 0.25 cup Water
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable Oil
  • 1 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Minas Cheese
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 190°C.
  2. 2In a saucepan, combine milk, water, and oil. Bring to a boil.
  3. 3Remove from heat and quickly stir in tapioca flour until well combined.
  4. 4Let the mixture cool slightly.
  5. 5Add the egg and mix well.
  6. 6Stir in the Minas cheese, Parmesan cheese, and salt.
  7. 7The batter should be thick and sticky.
  8. 8Grease a baking sheet or line with parchment paper.
  9. 9Drop spoonfuls of batter onto the baking sheet.
  10. 10Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
  11. 11Serve warm.

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