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Pão de Queijo (Cheese Bread - Dairy-Free) recipe by Safe Plated

Pão de Queijo (Cheese Bread - Dairy-Free)

A dairy-free twist on the classic Brazilian cheese bread, these cheesy tapioca balls are made with nutritional yeast and plant-based yogurt to mimic the cheesy flavor and texture. Perfect as a snack or side dish.

15m prep + 20m cook12 servings
DAIRY-free
90 cal|2g protein|15g carbs|3g fat

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Tapioca Flour (Tapioca Starch)
  • 1/2 cup Nutritional Yeast
  • 1/2 cup Plant-Based Yogurt (Unsweetened)
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 1/2 cup Water
  • 1 teaspoon Salt

Instructions

  1. 1Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. 2In a saucepan, combine the olive oil, water, and salt. Bring to a boil.
  3. 3Remove from heat and immediately add the tapioca flour and nutritional yeast.
  4. 4Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth dough.
  5. 5Let the dough cool slightly, then add the plant-based yogurt. Mix well until fully incorporated.
  6. 6Roll the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter) and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  7. 7Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
  8. 8Serve warm.

Substitutions

Plant-Based Yogurt → Mashed Sweet Potato

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