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Crispy Easy Brazilian Pão de Queijo Cheese Bread

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A quick and easy Brazilian cheese bread recipe with a crispy exterior and chewy, cheesy inside, perfect for any occasion and made with simple ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (260 g) tapioca flour (tapioca starch)
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 1/3 cup (80 ml) vegetable oil or melted butter
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded mozzarella cheese (low-moisture preferred)
  • 1 cup (100 g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or finely minced garlic
  • Optional: chopped fresh herbs like parsley or oregano

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  2. In a small saucepan, combine 1 cup whole milk and 1/3 cup vegetable oil. Heat over medium heat until gently simmering with steam and tiny bubbles around the edges, but do not boil.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in 2 cups tapioca flour all at once. Stir until the dough pulls away from the sides and forms a sticky, thick ball. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
  4. Add 2 large eggs one at a time, mixing vigorously after each addition until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Stir in 1 cup shredded mozzarella, 1 cup grated Parmesan, and 1 teaspoon salt. Add optional garlic powder or fresh herbs if desired.
  6. Shape the dough into 1 1/2-inch balls using a cookie scoop or hands, spacing them about 2 inches apart on the baking sheet. Keep them round to allow puffing.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes until tops are golden and crisp and bottoms are lightly browned. They should sound hollow when tapped.
  8. Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.

Notes

Wet your hands slightly if dough is too sticky to shape. For extra crispiness, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end but watch closely to avoid burning. Use fresh grated cheese for best melting and flavor. Do not substitute tapioca flour with regular flour to maintain texture. Avoid overcrowding baking sheet to ensure crispness.

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Keywords: pão de queijo, Brazilian cheese bread, tapioca flour, gluten-free bread, cheesy snack, easy bread recipe

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