How to Make Pan de Queso (Brazilian Cheese Buns) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pan de queso, also known as Brazilian cheese buns, is a delightful and flavorful snack that has its roots in the rich culinary traditions of Brazil. These delicious buns are not only a popular snack in Brazil, but they have also gained popularity worldwide for their unique taste and texture. Made with just a few simple ingredients, pan de queso is a perfect choice for a quick and easy treat that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup water
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¼ cup oil
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups tapioca starch
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 24 cheese buns

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets.
  • Bring water, milk, oil, and salt to boil in a large saucepan. Remove from heat; add tapioca starch and mix well. Let cool, 10 to 15 minutes.
  • Transfer tapioca mixture to a large bowl. Add egg and mix well to combine. Fold in Parmesan cheese and knead until dough is smooth but still sticky.
  • Scoop out 1 tablespoon of the dough and roll into a small ball; place on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining dough.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    69 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 11mg
    • Sodium: 105mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 45mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 16mg