Pão de Queijo (Brazilian Cheese Bread)

Method

1. 1
   • milk2½ dl
   • vegetable oil1¼ dl
   • salt1 tsp

   Boil the milk mixture — In a saucepan, bring the milk, vegetable oil, and salt to a gentle boil.

2. 2
   • tapioca flour500 g

   Form the tapioca dough — Pour the hot mixture over the tapioca flour in a bowl and stir until it forms a sticky, stringy dough.

3. 3
   • egg2
   • Parmesan250 g
   • cheddar100 g
   • black pepper1 pinch
   • garlic powder1 tsp

   Knead in eggs and cheese — Let the dough cool slightly, then knead in the eggs, parmesan, cheddar, black pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.

4. 4

   Shape the dough balls — Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Roll the dough into golf-ball-sized balls and place on a lined baking tray.

5. 5

   Bake until golden — Bake for 18-20 minutes until puffed and lightly golden. Serve warm.

   ⏱20 min