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Brazilian Cheese Breads Pão de Queijo
Ingredients
Step by step process
Preparation
- 1
Preheat the oven to 200 °C and line a baking tray with parchment paper. Prepare a mixing bowl and spatula.
- 2
In a saucepan, heat the milk with sunflower oil and salt just below boiling point, the mixture should be hot but must not boil.
TIP:When heating mixtures with starch, keep the temperature just below boiling point to activate the starch and properly combine the ingredients without boiling the liquid. This helps create the ideal texture for dough or sauce.
- 3
Pour the tapioca starch into a large bowl and add the hot milk mixture. Stir with a spatula until smooth, sticky dough forms. Let it cool for about 5 minutes so it isn't too hot for the eggs.
TIP:Pour the liquid onto the starch and stir immediately to create a smooth, lump-free porridge. This ensures even dispersal of the starch and the right consistency.
- 4
Mix in the eggs one by one, making sure each is incorporated before adding the next. Then add grated Parmesan and mozzarella and mix into a smooth, thick, slightly sticky dough. Finally, season with a pinch of ground black pepper to taste.
TIP:Add eggs to the dough one at a time and always mix them in well before adding the next. This prevents curdling and results in a smooth, uniform consistency.
Baking
- 5
Lightly grease your hands with oil or water to prevent sticking, then shape the dough into balls about 3-4 cm in diameter. Arrange them with some space on the prepared tray, they will puff up a bit as they bake.
- 6
Bake the buns for 15-20 minutes in the preheated oven at 200 °C, until they puff up, turn golden on top, and are lightly firm on the bottom. Be careful not to overbake, they should stay moist and cheesy inside.
Serving
- 7
Serve while still warm, when they are at their crispiest outside and the cheese is beautifully melty. They pair great with coffee, homemade lemonade, or as a small savory snack throughout the day.
More tips:
You can freeze the dough or shaped balls. bake straight from the freezer 2-3 minutes longer without thawing.
For a stronger cheese flavor, use more Parmesan and less mozzarella, or swap some mozzarella for semi-hard cheese.
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