Easy Brazilian Cheese Bread
Enjoy warm, easy Brazilian cheese bread straight from your oven! This delicious Brazilian cheese bread is filled with pockets of airy goodness that taste so cheesy, that you won’t be able to stop at just one! They’re made simply with tapioca starch, olive oil, cheese, and milk. This gluten-free Brazilian bread is easy to make and perfect for any occasion.
Crispy on the outside, and soft, chewy with airy pockets on the inside. You won’t be able to stop eating them, trust me. And it takes only 15 minutes to make.
If you haven’t had Brazilian cheese bread, you are missing out. This version is easier and made in the blender! Because sometimes you just need a quick cheesy snack.
Everything you need to know about Brazilian Cheese Bread!
Brazilian cheese bread, or Pão de Queijo, is a delightful, chewy cheese puff made with tapioca flour, which means it’s gluten-free! A little history: this tasty treat originated in the 1700s in Minas Gerais, Brazil, during the times of colonization and enslavement. Back then, locals would roll up the starchy leftovers from cassava into little balls and bake them to fill their stomachs.
As time went on and life improved, they started adding eggs, oil, milk, and cheese, creating a richer, tastier version of cheese bread. Nowadays, it’s a beloved snack in Brazil, often enjoyed with jam or sweet spreads, or as a side dish with savory stews. The texture is chewy—some people love it, while others might find it a bit unique since it’s made with tapioca flour.
These cheese puffs have a crispy outer layer that gives way to a soft, airy inside. With that delightful, mochi-like chewiness, they’re irresistibly cheesy. Trust me, once you start munching, you won’t want to stop!
They’re best enjoyed warm, whether for breakfast, a snack, or as a side at dinner. Plus, they’re super easy to make and gluten-free! If you’re into simple recipes and cheesy goodness, you’ll definitely want to try these.
Methods to make Easy Brazilian Cheese Bread
- The traditional method: First, you heat the wet ingredients and mix them with the dry ones before scooping them into little dough balls to bake. This gives you classic rolls with a slightly crispy exterior and a soft, chewy center.
- The shortcut version: You just blend all the ingredients together and pour the thin batter into a muffin tin. This yields flavorful rolls with that same chewy texture, but they’re lighter and tend to puff up with hollow centers, shrinking a bit after baking. The outside is thinner, but still super delicious.
If you’re craving a delicious and unique treat, you’ve got to try making Brazilian cheese bread, or Pão de Queijo, at home! These delightful, gluten-free puffs are super easy to whip up with just a few simple ingredients like tapioca flour, cheese, and eggs. Imagine biting into a warm, cheesy roll with a crispy outside and a soft, airy center—it’s pure bliss! Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or as a side dish, these addictive cheese puffs are sure to impress everyone. So, gather your ingredients and bring a taste of Brazil into your kitchen—you won’t regret it!
Enjoy making and tasting these Brazilian delights!
Ingredients of Brazilian Cheese Bread
- Tapioca Flour; Tapioca flour is the key ingredient in Brazilian cheese bread. It is the main binding agent for the pão de queijo. Be sure to use tapioca flour or starch specifically, as other flours won’t yield the same results. This keeps this cheese bread gluten-free and delicious! This is the main ingredient that gives the bread its chewy texture.
- Cheese; any kind of shredded cheese will work. I use cheddar cheese grated here, Grate the cheeses finely to ensure even distribution throughout the dough. These cheeses are what make the bread so incredibly delicious! You can substitute with other cheeses, such as mozzarella or Parmesan, for different flavor profiles. Other cheeses like cheddar, parmesan (Parmigiano reggiano), mozzarella, or a mix of cheeses work well
- Egg; Egg acts as a binder and helps produce the chewy texture. The egg also adds moisture and richness, contributing to the overall texture and flavor of the bread.
- Olive Oil; I use olive oil but any oil will do. Olive oil, coconut oil, avocado oil, your choice. Think of the flavor it’ll add to this delicious Brazilian cheese bread.
- Milk; You can use any milk in this recipe, though I prefer one with a higher fat content, Whole or skimmed works great.
- Salt; without salt, these will turn out quite bland! I use kosher salt. If subbing table salt, decrease the amount slightly.
How to Make Brazilian Cheese Bread
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C). This ensures that the oven reaches the right temperature for baking, allowing the cheese bread to rise and cook evenly.
Next, grease a muffin pan with vegetable oil and set it aside. Greasing the pan prevents the cheese bread from sticking, making it easier to remove once baked.
In a mixing bowl, combine all the ingredients, leaving out half of the grated cheddar cheese. Mixing the ingredients ensures that everything is well incorporated while reserving some cheese allows for a cheesy topping when added later.
Use a hand blender or a regular blender to pulse the mixture until fully combined.
Once the batter is smooth, add the remaining cheddar cheese and mix with a whisk until well combined. This step ensures that the cheese is evenly distributed throughout the batter, providing a cheesy flavor in every bite.
Pour the batter into the muffin pan, filling each cup about ¾ full. Filling the cups to this level allows enough space for the bread to rise without overflowing during baking.
Place the muffin pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes. This duration allows the tops to turn lightly brown while ensuring the inside is cooked through. Keep an eye on them; they should puff up and become golden.
Once baked, cool the bread in the pan for 2 minutes before removing. This brief cooling time helps the bread firm up slightly, making it easier to remove from the pan without falling apart.
Serve the Pão de Queijo a.k.a Easy Brazilian Cheese bread immediately while warm. It’s best enjoyed fresh out of the oven when it’s soft, cheesy, and delicious!
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Easy Brazilian Cheese Bread
Equipment
- Hand Blender
Ingredients
- 1½ cup Tapioca Flour
- ½ cup Cheddar Cheese grated
- 1 Egg
- ¼ cup Olive Oil
- ⅔ cup Milk
- ½ tsp Salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400℉ or 200℃. Grease muffin pan with vegetable oil and set aside.
- Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl leaving half of cheddar cheese. Using a hand blender or you can use a regular blender, pulse until ingredients are completely combined, stopping to scrape down the sides of the mixing bowl.
- Add the rest of cheddar cheese and mix with a whisk until well combined. Pour the batter into a muffin pan until ¾ full. Bake for 18-20 minutes until the tops of the buns are lightly brown.
- Cool for 2 minutes before removing from the pan and serve immediately, enjoy!
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