Pão De Queijo – Brazilian Cheese Puffs (Gluten-Free)

Jun 08, 2023June 8, 20230 1

Pão De Queijo - Brazilian Cheese Puffs

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

203

Sugar

Fat

14g

Pão De Queijo are a popular snack food in Brazil, often served at breakfast or as a savory snack throughout the day. They are made with tapioca starch instead of wheat flour, making them naturally gluten-free. This recipe adds grated cheese to the dough, giving the cheese puffs a salty and savory flavor. These cheese puffs are easy to make and can be served warm as an appetizer or snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.	Combine the tapioca starch, vegetable oil, water, and salt in a medium-sized saucepan.
3.	Cook the mixture over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until it forms a smooth, thick dough.
4.	Remove the dough from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
5.	Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
6.	Fold in the grated cheese until well combined.
7.	Using a small spoon or cookie scoop, drop the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them at least 1 inch apart.
8.	Bake the cheese puffs until golden brown and puffy, about 20-25 minutes.
9.	Serve warm and enjoy!

PROS

These gluten-free cheese puffs are a delicious and easy appetizer that can be made with just a few simple ingredients.

They are crispy and cheesy on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside.

CONS

The cheese puffs are high in calories and may not be suitable for those on a low-fat diet.

The dough can also be quite sticky to work with, so be prepared to get your hands a bit messy!

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cheese puffs may not be the healthiest snack option, they are naturally gluten-free and contain a good amount of calcium and protein from the cheese and eggs.

	2 cups tapioca starch
	2/3 cup vegetable oil
	1/3 cup water
	1 teaspoon salt
	2 eggs
	175 g grated cheese