Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pão de Queijo) | Quick & Cheesy Delight

Craving something warm, cheesy, and bite-sized? These Brazilian Cheese Breads ( known as Pão de Queijo ) are naturally gluten-free, super easy, and take less than 30 minutes from start to finish. They’re crisp outside, soft inside, and perfect as a snack or side.

Don’t miss our Cottage Cheese Protein Bagels for another easy, protein-packed cheesy snack you can bake in no time.

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Prep & Cook Time

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15–20 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 12–16 mini rolls

Ingredients (Mandatory Only)

• 1 large egg (room temp)
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2/3 cup warm whole milk
• 1 ½ cups tapioca flour
• ½ cup grated cheese (Parmesan, mozzarella, or cheddar)
• 1 tsp salt

These cheesy bread rolls pair perfectly with comfort foods like our Cottage Cheese Mashed Potatoes, creamy, rich, and surprisingly protein-packed.

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Instructions (Simple Step-by-Step)

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Preheat the Oven

Set your oven to 400°F (200°C)

. Lightly grease a mini muffin tray, or use silicone muffin liners if you have them.

2. Blend the Batter

Place all the ingredients into a blender. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Don’t worry if the batter seems thin, it’s supposed to be.

3. Fill the Muffin Pan

Pour the batter into the muffin cups, filling each one about ¾ full. This gives them room to puff up while baking.

4. Bake to Golden Goodness

Place the tray in the oven and bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the cheese breads are puffed and golden brown on top.

5. Serve Warm

Remove from the oven, let them cool just slightly, and enjoy warm. That’s when they’re at their chewy, cheesy best.

Pro Tips (Optional Enhancements)

• Cheese Choices: Parmesan for boldness, mozzarella for stretch. Mix both for flavor and texture.
• Make Ahead: Freeze unbaked batter or fully baked rolls.
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  Reheat in an oven or air fryer.
• Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days at room temp or a week in the fridge.

Nutritional Snapshot (Per Mini Roll)

Calories	Protein	Carbs	Fat
90	3g	8g	5g

Final Thoughts

Whether you’re making these for breakfast, a quick snack, or as a savory side, Pão de Queijo delivers cheesy comfort in every bite.

Don’t overthink it—just blend, bake, and bite!

Looking for low-carb, high-flavor options? Try our Cottage Cheese Pizza Crust—a unique take on cheese-forward baking.