Pão de Queijo - Brazilian Cheese Bread
Pão de queijo is a traditional Brazilian cheese bread, mainly eaten for breakfast or as a snack. It became popular in the 18th century when Portuguese colonizers substituted wheat flour with tapioca flour. As a result, this delicious pastry is gluten-free, soft on the inside and slightly crispy on the outside. Thanks to its cheesy flavor and ease of preparation, it has become popular worldwide and is an excellent snack or side dish for any occasion.
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Ingredients for this recipe
Servings: 12
250
g
Tapioca Flour
250
ml
Milk
50
g
Butter
150
g
Grated Cheese (e.g., Parmesan or Cheddar)
2
Eggs
5
g
Salt
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Preparation Steps
1
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a saucepan, heat the milk, butter, and salt until the butter is completely melted.
3
Pour the hot mixture over the tapioca flour and mix thoroughly until you have a smooth, lump-free dough.
4
Let it cool slightly, then mix in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
5
Add the grated cheese and mix until you have a uniform, sticky dough.
6
With oiled hands, form walnut-sized balls and place them on the baking sheet, 1-2 inches apart.
7
Bake the cheese bread for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
8
Let cool slightly and serve fresh!
