Cheese bread (Pão de Queijo)
Cheese Bread Rolls Recipe (Pão de Queijo)
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Baking time: 20-25 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Servings: 12-15 rolls
Discover the authentic flavor of Cheese Bread Rolls, a simple and quick recipe perfect for any occasion. These soft and fluffy rolls are ideal as snacks, appetizers, or accompaniments to a festive meal. With a slightly crispy exterior and a delicious cheesy interior, these rolls will win you over instantly.
Ingredients:
- 250 g of cassava flour (or tapioca)
- 200 ml of milk
- 100 ml of oil (olive or sunflower)
- 2 large eggs
- 200 g of grated cheese (Parmesan, cheddar, or cottage cheese, to taste)
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder (optional, for a fluffier texture)
Step 1: Prepare the dough
Start by preheating the oven to 180°C. In a saucepan, combine the milk, oil, and salt and bring to a boil. Once the mixture starts boiling, remove it from the heat and gradually add the cassava flour, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon. It is essential to mix well to avoid lumps.
Step 2: Adding wet ingredients
Let the dough cool for a few minutes, then add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. The dough will become softer and more elastic. Then, fold in the grated cheese and, if desired, the baking powder. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.
Step 3: Shaping the rolls
Once the dough is homogeneous, use your hands or a spoon to shape balls about 3-4 cm in diameter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them as they will expand during baking.
Step 4: Baking
Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake the rolls for 20-25 minutes or until golden and fluffy. It is important not to open the oven door in the first 15 minutes of baking to allow the rolls to puff up properly.
Step 5: Serving
Once baked, let them cool slightly and serve warm. These cheese rolls are delicious and can be enjoyed on their own or with various sauces, such as tomato sauce or garlic yogurt sauce.
Helpful tips:
- You can experiment with different types of cheese to achieve various flavors. Feta or goat cheese adds a distinctive taste.
- If you prefer a spicier version, add some finely chopped chili pepper to the dough.
- These rolls freeze very well. Cool them completely before placing them in an airtight container and reheat in the oven when you want to serve them.
Enjoy these Cheese Bread Rolls! Whether you serve them at a party or as a delicious snack, they are sure to be a hit.
Milk, water, oil, and salt are placed in a saucepan to heat. It should not boil, just get hot. In a bowl, put tapioca, and pour the previous mixture (hot) over it, mixing quickly and well until everything comes together into a dough. Let it cool for about 5 minutes, then add the beaten egg mixed with parmesan. Mix well until the two compositions are homogenized. Then knead well (5-6 minutes). The result is a very elastic and non-sticky dough. This is divided into 16 pieces, shaped into balls, and then placed on a baking tray (with parchment paper). The rolls are baked in a preheated oven at medium temperature (180°C) for 20 minutes. They are taken out onto a grill and left to cool slightly. They can be served warm or cold (...if they cool down). And a warm section - I don't know if you can see how ... elastic it is. Enjoy your meal! The recipe for Cheese Rolls (Pão de Queijo) was proposed by CristinaK on the recipe forum.
Ingredients: For approximately 16 small breads, we need: 100ml milk, 120ml water, 40ml oil, a pinch of salt, 200g tapioca flour (cassava), 1 large egg, 100g grated parmesan.
