Brazilian Cheese Rolls (Pao de Queijo)

Jun 03, 2023June 3, 20230 13

Delightful Brazilian Cheese Rolls recipe you wouldn't want to miss

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

207

Sugar

Fat

14g

Brazilian Cheese Rolls, also known as Pao de Queijo, are a popular snack in Brazil and other parts of South America. They are made with tapioca starch and cheese, and are naturally gluten-free. These cheese rolls are crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside, and are best enjoyed straight out of the oven when they are still warm. They make a great snack or appetizer for any occasion, and can be customized with different kinds of cheese and herbs to suit your taste.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, combine tapioca starch, salt, vegetable oil, water, and milk, and mix well.
3.	In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs until frothy, then add them to the tapioca mixture and mix well.
4.	Fold in the shredded Parmesan cheese until evenly distributed in the mixture.
5.	Using an ice cream scoop or a spoon, drop balls of the batter onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6.	Bake the cheese rolls in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the rolls are puffy and dry on the outside.

PROS

Quick and easy to make, these Brazilian Cheese Rolls are crispy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside.

They are naturally gluten-free and make a great snack or appetizer for any occasion.

CONS

These cheese rolls are high in calories and fat, so should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The recipe calls for Parmesan cheese, which is a dairy product that may not be suitable for people who are lactose intolerant.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not particularly healthy, these cheese rolls are made with tapioca starch, which is a good source of carbs and has been linked to improved digestive health.
They are also gluten-free and may be a good alternative to traditional bread for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.

	2 cups tapioca starch
	1 teaspoon salt ( optional )
	1/2 cup vegetable oil
	1/3 cup water
	1/3 cup milk
	2 eggs
	6 ounces shredded Parmesan cheese