Pão de Queijo
These small, chewy Brazilian cheese breads are naturally gluten-free and incredibly addictive. They have a delightful crisp exterior and a soft, cheesy interior, perfect for a snack or light breakfast.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Per serving
- 498 kcal
Allergen information: may contain eggs and milk. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.
- 250 gtapioca starch
- 120 mlmilk
- 60 mlwater
- 60 mlvegetable oil
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 1 pcsegg, large
- 100 gparmesan cheese, grated
Equipment
saucepan · baking sheet · mixing bowl · wooden spoon · oven
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Cook’s note: Ensure the oven is fully preheated before baking for best results.
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, water, vegetable oil, and salt.
- 3
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
About 5 min
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat and immediately add the tapioca starch.
- 5
Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until a shaggy dough forms and all the starch is incorporated.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The dough will be very thick and sticky at this stage.
- 6
Let the dough cool for about 5 minutes, or until it's cool enough to handle.
About 5 min
- 7
Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl or a stand mixer with a paddle attachment.
- 8
Add the egg and beat until fully incorporated and the dough becomes smoother.
About 2 min
Cook’s note: The dough will look a bit separated at first, but keep mixing until it comes together.
- 9
Add the grated parmesan cheese and mix until well combined.
About 1 min
- 10
Lightly grease a baking sheet or line it with parchment paper.
- 11
Using your hands (lightly oiled if the dough is too sticky), roll the dough into small balls, about 3-4 cm (1.5 inches) in diameter.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Aim for uniform size for even baking.
- 12
Place the balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- 13
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.
About 25 min
Cook’s note: The exact baking time can vary depending on your oven and the size of the pão de queijo.
- 14
Serve warm and enjoy immediately.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 497.7kcal
- Protein
- 12.2g
- Carbs
- 58.1g
- Fat
- 23.9g
- Sugar
- 4g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store leftover pão de queijo in an airtight container at room temperature.
Reheat in a toaster oven or conventional oven at 150°C (300°F) for 5-10 minutes until warmed through.
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