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Easy Blender Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)

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Make authentic, naturally gluten-free Brazilian cheese bread quickly using a blender or food processor. This recipe yields soft, chewy tapioca cheese rolls perfect for any snack time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 cups tapioca starch (sour or sweet)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini-muffin tin or line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the milk, oil, and salt in a small saucepan. Heat this mixture over medium heat until it just begins to boil.
  3. While the liquid heats, place the tapioca starch in a blender or food processor.
  4. Carefully pour the hot liquid mixture over the tapioca starch. Pulse or blend until the mixture is just combined and looks crumbly.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, blending until incorporated after each addition.
  6. Add the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Blend until the dough is smooth and sticky. This is your easy brazilian cheese bread dough.
  7. Spoon the batter into the prepared mini-muffin cups, filling them about two-thirds full, or drop rounded tablespoons onto the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the rolls are puffed and lightly golden brown.
  9. Cool slightly before serving. These are best eaten warm.

Notes

  • For a garlic flavor twist, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dry ingredients before adding the wet mixture.
  • If you prefer air fryer cheese bread bites, bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, checking frequently.
  • You can freeze the unbaked dough balls on a tray, then transfer them to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen, adding 5 to 10 minutes to the baking time.

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