Low Sodium Pan de Yuca
Indulge in the deliciously chewy goodness of **Low Sodium Pan de Yuca**, a healthier spin on the traditional South American cheese bread. Made with **yuca (tapioca) flour**, **low-sodium cream cheese**, and **queso fresco**, this recipe delivers all the savory, melt-in-your-mouth satisfaction with minimal sodium. Perfect for those watching their salt intake, this gluten-free treat boasts a rich buttery flavor enhanced by the natural sweetness of sugar and the fluffiness of a single egg. With a quick prep time of just 20 minutes and a total bake time of 15 minutes, these golden, bite-sized delights are ideal for snacks, appetizers, or pairing with coffee. Serve them warm and watch them disappear!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups yuca (tapioca) flour
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup low-sodium cream cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium queso fresco
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 tablespoon sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the yuca flour, baking powder, and sugar to ensure even distribution.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Remove from the heat once melted.
In a food processor, combine the melted butter, low-sodium cream cheese, low-sodium queso fresco, and egg. Blend until all ingredients are well incorporated and the mixture is smooth.
Add the wet mixture from the food processor into the bowl with the dry ingredients.
Using a spoon or your hands, mix until a soft dough forms. The dough should be smooth and slightly sticky. If it is too dry, add a tablespoon of water while kneading.
Take small portions of the dough and roll them into balls approximately 1.5 inches in diameter.
Place the dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch of space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the tops are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving while warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2698 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 166.9 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.4 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 684 mg | 228% | |
| Sodium | 910 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 245.1 g | 89% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 67.2 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1537 mg | 118% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 534 mg | 11% | |
*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.
