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Brazilian Cheese Bread
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Brazilian Cheese Bread

Brazilian Cheese Bread features small puffs made from a batter of tapioca flour, eggs, vegetable oil, milk, and grated cheeses such as Pecorino Romano and mozzarella. Baked in a muffin pan, these breads are light and airy with a slightly chewy texture and a golden exterior. They offer a savory, cheesy flavor distinctive to this gluten-free snack.

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 24 rolls
Calories: 125 kcal
Course: Breakfast, Appetizer, Snacks

Ingredients

  • 2 egg large
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • ½ cup milk
  • 1 cup tapioca flour also called tapioca starch; see note
  • ½ cup Pecorino Romano cheese or Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese shredded; or Cheddar cheese
  • Heaping ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C) and set an oven rack in the middle position. Spray a mini muffin pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a blender, combine the eggs, oil, and milk. Blend for about 5 seconds to combine. Add the tapioca flour, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella (or Cheddar) cheese, salt, and baking powder. Blend for another 5 seconds to combine, then scrape down the sides of the jar and blend very briefly again. Avoid over-blending to prevent incorporating too much air, which can make the batter difficult to pour.
  3. Pour the batter into the muffin wells, filling them about three-quarters full.
  4. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, until puffed and lightly golden. The cheese breads may fall slightly in the center, either in the oven or as they cool; that’s normal.
  5. Remove the cheese breads from the muffin pan and serve warm.

Notes

  • Tapioca flour, also known as tapioca starch, is typically found in the baking, gluten-free, or natural foods sections of supermarkets.
  • Avoid over-blending the batter to prevent incorporating excess air, which can make the batter difficult to pour and affect the final texture.
  • Fill muffin wells about three-quarters full to allow room for puffing during baking.
  • The cheese breads may fall slightly in the center after baking or cooling, which is normal and does not indicate undercooking.

Nutrition Information

Serving 2 rolls Calories 125kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 10g (3%) Protein 4g (8%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Cholesterol 36mg (12%) Sodium 117mg (5%) Sugar 1g (2%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 24 rolls

Amount Per Serving

Calories 125

% Daily Value*

Serving 2 rolls
Calories 125kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 10g 3%
Protein 4g 8%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 36mg 12%
Sodium 117mg 5%
Sugar 1g 2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.