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Brazilian Cheese Bread

 Brazilian Cheese Bread

Summary :

Pão de Queijo is a traditional Brazilian snack made from tapioca flour and cheese. These little cheese puffs are crispy on the outside, soft and chewy inside, and naturally gluten-free. This version uses no alcohol and is halal-friendly.


Ingredients (Makes about 18–20 small rolls)

  • 1 cup milk

  • ¼ cup vegetable oil or melted butter

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 2 cups tapioca flour (also called cassava starch)

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 to 1½ cups shredded cheese (preferably a mix of mozzarella, cheddar, or Parmesan – use halal-certified)


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven:
    Preheat to 190°C (375°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

  2. Heat milk mixture:
    In a saucepan, bring milk, oil, and salt to a boil. Remove from heat as soon as it boils.

  3. Add tapioca flour:
    Pour the hot milk mixture over the tapioca flour in a large mixing bowl. Stir until combined (it will look sticky and lumpy).

  4. Cool and mix in egg and cheese:
    Let the dough cool slightly, then mix in the egg and cheese. You can use your hands or a mixer with a dough hook. The dough will be sticky and elastic.

  5. Shape the dough:
    Lightly oil your hands and shape the dough into small balls (about 1 inch wide). Place them on the baking tray with some space between each.

  6. Bake:
    Bake for 20–25 minutes until puffed and lightly golden. Serve warm.


Notes

  • Tapioca flour: Must be tapioca flour (not wheat flour); it's key to the chewy texture.

  • Cheese options: Use sharp cheddar, mozzarella, or grated Parmesan. Queijo Minas (original Brazilian cheese) is ideal if available.

  • Storage: Best eaten fresh, but you can store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven.

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