Easy Blender Pão de Queijo Recipe | Quick & Delicious Brazilian Cheese Bread

Contents

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

• 2 cups tapioca starch (sweet)
• 1 cup tapioca starch (sour)
• 1 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

• 1 cup milk
• 1/2 cup oil
• 2 eggs

Cheese

• 2 cups grated Minas cheese (or Parmesan)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease a cupcake pan or use silicone molds.
2. In the blender, add the milk, oil, and eggs. Blend until well combined.
3. Add the tapioca starches (sweet and sour) and salt. Blend again until you get a homogeneous batter.
4. Turn off the blender and add the grated cheese. Gently mix with a spoon.
5. Pour the batter into the molds, filling about 3/4 of each.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese breads are golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before unmolding. Serve the Blender Pão de Queijo warm.

Tips and Variations

• For a more intense flavor, use grated Parmesan cheese.
• Add chopped fresh herbs to the batter for a special touch.
• If you prefer, substitute milk with water or vegetable broth.
• For a vegan version, use plant-based milk and grated vegan cheese.
• Try adding a little cream cheese to the batter to make it even softer.
• Blender Pão de Queijo is an excellent option for breakfast or an afternoon snack.

CHEF’s Tips

To ensure a perfect Blender Pão de Queijo, the quality of the ingredients is essential. Use good quality tapioca starch to prevent the batter from becoming heavy. Grated Minas cheese provides an authentic and delicious flavor, but you can vary it with other cheeses of your preference. When adding cheese to the batter, mix gently to avoid developing the tapioca starch’s gluten, ensuring the cheese bread is light and airy. Don’t forget to preheat the oven well so the cheese breads rise properly. The ideal point is when they are golden brown on the outside and soft on the inside. Serve the Blender Pão de Queijo warm to enjoy all its texture and flavor.