Brazilian recipe
Cheese Bread (Pão de queijo)
This classic Brazilian staple is a simple, must-try snack made with milk and cassava starch, cherished for its unique flavour and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
1 cup of milk
1 cup of vegetable oil
3 large eggs
3 cups of sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce)
100 g of grated cheese
1 cup of vegetable oil
3 large eggs
3 cups of sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce)
100 g of grated cheese
Where to find ingredients
Sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce) can be found in the flour aisle of specialty South American grocers or Asian supermarkets. For the cheese, a matured hard cheese like aged cheddar or parmesan works best as a substitute for the traditional Brazilian varieties found in specialty shops.
Preparation method
- Bring the milk to a boil and set aside to cool slightly.
- Combine all ingredients except for the cheese in a blender.
- Blend the mixture until smooth.
- Add the grated cheese to the blender.
- Pulse or blend briefly again to incorporate the cheese.
- Grease individual moulds or a muffin tin.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared tins.
- Place in a preheated oven.
- Bake until the rolls are golden brown and puffed.
- Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Observations
This recipe delivers an authentic, traditional snack perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. By combining sweet cassava starch (polvilho doce), milk, oil, and eggs, you create the foundation for these iconic rolls. The magic happens with the addition of grated cheese, which imparts that signature savoury profile. Quick to prepare, these rolls bake up with a golden, crisp exterior and a signature chewy, soft centre.
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