Oven-Baked Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) with Tapioca Flour

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Light and chewy Brazilian cheese bread baked to golden perfection, made with tapioca flour and a blend of sharp cheeses. This Brazilian recipe (gluten free), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs whole milk, vegetable oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 110 calories and feeds 12, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 12 Brazilian cuisine 110 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup vegetable oil, and 1 tsp salt. Heat over medium heat until the mixture just begins to boil and bubble around the edges, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and immediately pour in 2 cups tapioca flour, stirring vigorously with a wooden spoon until fully incorporated and a sticky dough forms. Let cool for 10 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and beat in 2 large eggs one at a time until smooth and glossy.
  4. Step 4: Fold in 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese and 1 cup grated mozzarella cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. Step 5: Using a tablespoon, scoop dough balls onto a parchment-lined baking sheet spaced 2 inches apart.
  6. Step 6: Bake for 20-25 minutes until the tops are puffed and golden brown. Serve warm for a chewy, cheesy snack or breakfast item.

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