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Pão de Queijo
Brazil
Brazil's most eaten snack. Found in every bakery, petrol station and office from 6am. The distinct chewiness comes from tapioca starch.
Brazilian cheese bread — puffy, chewy, gluten-free rolls made with tapioca flour and strong cheese. Eaten throughout the day, they emerge from the oven at every Brazilian padaria.
Prep
15 mins
Cook
20 mins
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
425 kcal
Serves
12
Calories are an estimate based on ingredients used
Ingredients
300gtapioca flour
100mlmilk
100mlwater
50mloil
1 tspsalt
2eggs
150gParmesan or mature Cheddar, grated
Method
1
Heat milk, water and oil to boiling. Pour over tapioca flour. Beat until smooth.
2
Cool 10 minutes. Beat in eggs and cheese.
3
Roll into balls. Bake at 200°C for 18-20 minutes until puffed and golden.
Chef's Tip
Serve straight from the oven — pão de queijo deflates and loses its charm as it cools.
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