- VE
- GF
- LS

OnlineCook
April 29, 2025
8 Ingredients
EASY
These chewy, cheesy little rolls are unlike anything you'll find in an American bakery, but they sure are delicious.


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Pão de queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Spray a 24-cavity mini muffin pan very liberally with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
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Place the milk, olive oil, egg, tapioca flour, and salt in a blender. Process on high until smooth. Add the cheeses and pulse until incorporated, 4 to 5 times. (Pro Tip: A kitchen scale is highly recommended for this recipe, as tapioca flour is difficult to measure accurately in cups.)
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Pour the mixture into cavities of muffin pan, filling each slightly more than half full.
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Bake the pão de queijo on middle rack of oven until puffed and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
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Check to see that pão de queijo is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Allow pão de queijo to cool for 5 minutes, then use the tip of a sharp knife to remove from pan. Serve warm.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Tapioca Flour Technique 🌾Sift your tapioca flour before mixing to prevent lumps and ensure a smoother, more uniform texture in your pão de queijo.
- Cheese Blend Magic 🧀Use a combination of Parmesan and mozzarella for a complex, rich cheese flavor that melts perfectly and creates an ideal chewy interior.
- Room Temperature Ingredients 🌡️Allow eggs and milk to come to room temperature before mixing to help create a more consistent dough and improve overall texture.
- Resting Dough Secrets 🕰️Let the mixed dough rest for 15-20 minutes before shaping to allow tapioca flour to fully hydrate and improve the bread's elasticity.
- Portioning Pro Tip 👌Use a small ice cream scoop or two spoons to create uniform, consistently sized cheese bread balls for even baking.
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Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Sugar
My Calorie Intake
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Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Allergen Analysis
Fish Free
Shellfish Free
Treenuts Free
Peanuts Free
Sesame Free
6 Allergens Identified
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