Nutrition Facts for Brazilian cheese puffs
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Brazilian Cheese Puffs

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Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Brazilian Cheese Puffs, also known as "Pão de Queijo." Perfectly crisp on the outside and irresistibly chewy on the inside, these bite-sized delights are naturally gluten-free thanks to the use of tapioca flour. Made with a blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses, they boast a rich, savory flavor that’s perfect for snacking or pairing with your favorite cup of coffee. Prepared in just under 40 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe requires a handful of pantry staples and simple steps, including a quick stovetop dough preparation and baking in a mini muffin tin. Whether served warm from the oven or at room temperature, these cheese puffs are guaranteed to impress at your next gathering or family breakfast.

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Recipe Information

⏱️
Prep Time
15 min
🔥
Cook Time
25 min
🕐
Total Time
40 min
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Servings
24 servings
📊
Difficulty
Medium

🥘 Ingredients

7 items
  • 1 cup Milk
  • 0.25 cup Vegetable oil
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2 cups Tapioca flour
  • 2 Eggs
  • 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.5 cup Grated mozzarella cheese
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Pro Tip: Read through all ingredients before starting to cook!

📝 Instructions

8 steps
1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini paper liners.

2

In a medium saucepan, combine the milk, vegetable oil, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it just comes to a gentle boil, then immediately remove it from the heat.

3

Add the tapioca flour to the saucepan all at once and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until smooth. The mixture will become thick and sticky, forming a dough-like consistency.

4

Allow the dough to cool for about 10 minutes. Once cooled slightly, crack the eggs into the dough one at a time, stirring thoroughly after each addition until fully incorporated.

5

Add the grated Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses to the dough, mixing well until the cheese is evenly distributed throughout the batter.

6

Spoon the batter into the prepared mini muffin tin, filling each cup about three-quarters full.

7

Bake the cheese puffs in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until they are puffed up and lightly golden on top.

8

Remove the cheese puffs from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. They are best enjoyed warm, but can also be served at room temperature.

Cooking Tip: Take your time with each step for the best results!
80
cal
2.1g
protein
9.5g
carbs
3.9g
fat

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (30.8g)
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 3.9 g 5%
Saturated Fat 1.3 g 7%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4 g
Cholesterol 19 mg 6%
Sodium 96 mg 4%
Total Carbohydrate 9.5 g 3%
Dietary Fiber 0.1 g 0%
Total Sugars 0.9 g
Protein 2.1 g 4%
Vitamin D 0.2 mcg 1%
Calcium 51 mg 4%
Iron 0.2 mg 1%
Potassium 22 mg 0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

46.4%%
10.4%%
43.2%%
Fat: 848 cal (43.2%%)
Protein: 204 cal (10.4%%)
Carbs: 910 cal (46.4%%)