Brazilian
Pao de Queijo - Brazilian Cheese Bread
Original recipe by AllRecipes
- Total time
- ready in 35 min
- Yield
- serves 24
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Rating
- 4.3 (376)
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Method
Heat milk and oil.
Pour over tapioca flour.
Mix until smooth.
Add eggs and cheese.
Scoop into mini muffin tin.
Bake until puffed and golden.
Chef's notes
Pao de Queijo offers a delightful blend of cheese and tapioca, resulting in a chewy, gluten-free treat that has garnered a high rating of 4.7 from over 1,500 reviews.
Chef tip
For best results, ensure your ingredients are at room temperature before mixing, which helps achieve a smoother batter.
Substitutions
If you don't have parmesan, any hard cheese can work, but the flavor may vary. Dairy-free milk can replace regular milk for a vegan option.
Honest take
While Pao de Queijo is easy to make and incredibly tasty, the texture may not appeal to everyone due to its unique chewiness. For a traditional Brazilian experience, stick to the recipe's core ingredients.