Homemade Cheese Bread: Traditional Step-by-Step Recipe

Cheese bread is one of Brazil's most beloved delicacies. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and with an unmistakable cheese flavor, it's perfect to accompany a fresh cup of coffee at any time of the day. In this article, we'll share a traditional cheese bread recipe, explaining each step in detail to ensure a perfect result.

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Ingredients

To prepare a delicious homemade cheese bread, you will need the following ingredients:

• 500g of sour or sweet cassava starch (or a mixture of both)
• 250ml of milk
• 125ml vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 200g of grated Minas semi-cured cheese (or parmesan cheese, if you prefer a more intense flavor)
• 1 teaspoon of salt (adjust according to the saltiness of the cheese used)
• Hot water if needed (to adjust the texture of the dough)

Preparation Method

1. Preparing the Tapioca Flour

Before you begin, place the tapioca flour in a large bowl, as it will be scalded with the hot ingredients. This process helps to give the characteristic elastic texture of cheese bread.

2. Heating the Liquid Ingredients

In a saucepan, heat the milk and oil until boiling. Once it reaches boiling point, immediately pour it over the cassava starch in the bowl. This step is essential for gelatinizing the cassava starch, ensuring the correct texture of the dough.

3. Mixing the Eggs and Cheese

Let the mixture cool a little so that you don't cook the eggs when you add them. Then add the eggs one by one, mixing well. The next step is to add the grated cheese and salt, mixing until you get a homogeneous mixture.

4. Adjusting the Dough Consistency

If the dough is too dry, add a little hot water little by little until it is easy to shape. The ideal point is when the dough is firm, but still soft to the touch.

5. Shaping the Buns

With your hands greased with oil or water, take small portions of the dough and shape them into balls of the desired size. Place them on a greased baking sheet or lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them to allow them to rise.

6. Baking the Cheese Bread

Preheat the oven to 180-200°C and bake the cheese breads for approximately 25 to 30 minutes, or until lightly golden. The time may vary depending on the oven, so be careful not to burn them.

Tips for Perfect Cheese Bread

• If you want a more airy cheese bread, use sweet cassava starch. For a firmer and crispier texture, use sour cassava starch.
• Minas half-cured cheese is the most traditional, but you can try other varieties, such as parmesan cheese or coalho cheese.
• For an even more intense flavor, mix different types of cheese.
• Cheese bread can be frozen before baking. Simply shape the dough into balls, place them on a baking sheet, and place them in the freezer. Once hardened, transfer them to plastic bags and store them for up to 3 months. To bake, simply place them in a preheated oven directly from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Perfect Side Dishes

Nothing goes better with cheese bread than a freshly brewed coffee. However, it can also be accompanied by cream cheese, butter, dulce de leche or guava paste, creating a delicious combination of savory and sweet.

Conclusion

Cheese bread is much more than just a snack: it is a tradition that has spanned generations and conquered palates all over the world. Preparing this delicacy at home is a rewarding experience that provides an authentic, homemade flavor. With this recipe, you can make cheese bread whenever you want, bringing a little piece of Minas Gerais cuisine to your table. Try it and enjoy every bite!