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Pao de Queijo Recipe (Brazilian Cheese Bread)

Cheesy Pão de Queijo Recipe: Your New Favorite Snack!

A delightful Pão de Queijo recipe, Brazilian Cheese Bread, that is gluten-free and low-carb, ready in 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 puffs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 95
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Batter
  • 2 cups tapioca flour Can substitute with cassava flour
  • 1 cup whole milk Can substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option
  • 2 large eggs No substitution recommended
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil Can substitute with melted butter
For the Cheese Mixture
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese Can use any strong-flavored cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese Can substitute with provolone or fontina
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Optional

Equipment

  • high-speed blender
  • mini muffin pans

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat mini muffin pans with non-stick spray.
  2. Blend the tapioca flour, whole milk, eggs, vegetable oil, cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, salt, and garlic powder in a high-speed blender until smooth.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared mini muffin pans, filling them about three-quarters full.
  4. Bake for 19-20 minutes until the tops are golden brown and puffed.
  5. Let the Pão de Queijo cool in the pans for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  6. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 95kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 40mgVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Experiment with different cheeses or add herbs for extra flavor.

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