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Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) Recipe

Chewy Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) Recipe in 30 Minutes

Delightful Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) made in 30 minutes, perfect for snacking or entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 1 cup Tapioca Flour (or Tapioca Starch) Essential for chewy texture
  • 1 cup Milk Any milk alternative is fine
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil Can be swapped with melted butter
  • 1 large Egg Best results with no substitute
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Experiment with different cheeses
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Can adjust with regular salt
  • as needed Shortening or Nonstick Cooking Spray To prevent sticking

Equipment

  • Blender
  • muffin tin
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and grease a nonstick muffin tin.
  2. Blend the milk, olive oil, egg, tapioca flour, sharp cheddar cheese, and kosher salt until smooth.
  3. Pour the blended batter into muffin cups, filling halfway for standard muffins or almost to the top for mini.
  4. Bake in the oven, reducing the temperature to 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes for regular-sized or 12 for mini muffins.
  5. Allow to cool for 1 minute before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 60mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 60mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve warm for best texture and flavor. Great for any occasion.

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