Pão de queijo with crisp golden crust

Brazil · Brazilian

Pão de Queijo

Small Brazilian cheese breads with a crisp shell and chewy center.

  • Brazilian
  • 40 min total time
  • 4 base servings
  • 1 version
  • 3 compatible options

Country

Brazil

Cuisine

Brazilian

Servings

4 servings

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Total

40 min

1 version

3 compatible options

Makes 20 small cheese breads.

Serve warm for the best chewy texture.

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Servings

Adapted for 4 servings

Version

Active version: Classic

Allergens & avoidances

3 compatible options

Adaptation status

Servings: 4 · Version: Classic · Check ingredients below

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Classic

Traditional-style cheese breads with tapioca starch, milk, cheese and egg.

Contains egg, dairy and lactose.

Version

  • Vegetarian

Contains

  • Eggs
  • Dairy
  • Lactose

Ingredients

  • 240 g tapioca starch
  • 180 ml milk Contains milk protein and lactose.
  • 140 g grated cheese Contains dairy and lactose.
  • 1 egg
  • 45 ml neutral oil
  • 4 g fine salt

Cooking method

Oven

  1. Heat liquids

    Warm milk, oil and salt until steaming, then remove from heat.

  2. Start the dough

    Mix hot liquid with tapioca starch to hydrate and cool slightly.

  3. Add egg and cheese

    Mix in egg and grated cheese until a soft, sticky dough forms.

  4. Shape and bake

    Shape small balls, place on a tray and bake at 190 C until puffed and golden.

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze pão de queijo dough?

Yes. Freeze shaped pieces and bake from cold, adding a few extra minutes.

Why is there no gluten-free claim?

This batch keeps allergen claims conservative and does not add free-from marketing claims.

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