Ingredients
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1 cup tapioca flour
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1/4 cup milk
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1/4 cup vegetable oil
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (for a vegetarian option) or dairy-free Parmesan cheese (for a vegan option)
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1 egg (for a vegetarian option) or flaxseed egg (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water, for a vegan option)
Directions
These Brazilian Cheese Bread Bites are naturally gluten-free and can be enjoyed by everyone. The combination of tapioca flour and cheese makes them chewy and delicious.
Steps
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a mini muffin tin or line it with mini muffin liners. |
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In a saucepan, combine 1/4 cup of milk and 1/4 cup of vegetable oil. Heat the mixture over medium heat until it starts to simmer. Remove it from heat immediately. |
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In a mixing bowl, add 1 cup of tapioca flour. |
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Pour the hot milk and oil mixture over the tapioca flour. |
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Stir well until the tapioca flour absorbs the liquid. |
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Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and mix again. |
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Add 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese (or dairy-free Parmesan for a vegan option) and mix until the dough is smooth. |
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If you're making the vegetarian version, beat 1 egg and add it to the dough, mixing until fully incorporated. For the vegan version, prepare a flaxseed egg by mixing 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 2.5 tablespoons of water, let it sit for a few minutes until it thickens, and then add it to the dough. |
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Using a spoon or a small cookie scoop, fill the mini muffin cups with the dough. |
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Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the Brazilian Cheese Bread Bites are puffed up and golden brown on top. |
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Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. |
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Serve these delightful Brazilian Cheese Bread Bites warm and enjoy the cheesy goodness! |