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Authentic & Easy Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) | Crispy, Chewy, and Gluten-Free

A stack of golden-brown brazilian cheese bread on a white plate, one piece broken open showing a chewy, airy interior.
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Make authentic Pão de Queijo at home using this simple blender recipe. These gluten-free cheese puffs bake up with a crispy exterior and a soft, chewy, cheesy center.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups tapioca flour (tapioca starch)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a standard 12-cup muffin tin or line baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the milk, oil, and salt in a small saucepan. Heat over medium heat until the mixture just begins to boil. Remove from heat immediately.
  3. In a large bowl or blender, place the tapioca flour. Pour the hot milk mixture over the flour and mix until combined. The mixture will look lumpy.
  4. Let the mixture cool for about 10 minutes until it is warm to the touch, not hot.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until incorporated. If using a blender, pulse until smooth.
  6. Stir in the shredded cheddar and Parmesan cheeses until evenly distributed throughout the dough. The dough will be sticky.
  7. Drop rounded tablespoons of the dough into the prepared muffin cups, or scoop onto the lined baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches between each ball.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the cheese bread puffs up and the exterior is golden brown and slightly crisp.
  9. Serve warm for the best texture.

Notes

  • This recipe relies on tapioca flour, which makes the bread naturally gluten free. Do not substitute with wheat flour.
  • For the chewiest texture, use a combination of cheeses like Parmesan and mozzarella or Monterey Jack along with cheddar.
  • If you prefer a less sticky dough for easier scooping, chill the dough for 30 minutes before portioning.

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