Brazilian Pão de Queijo

Ingredients

Minced garlic

2 cloves

Salt

1 teaspoon

Parmesan cheese

1 cup, grated

Eggs

2 large

Vegetable oil

1/4 cup

Milk

1/2 cup

Tapioca flour

2 cups

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a saucepan, combine the milk, vegetable oil, and salt over medium heat. Stir occasionally until the mixture begins to boil.
3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the tapioca flour. Stir vigorously until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
4. Transfer the mixture to a mixing bowl and allow it to cool for about 5 minutes.
5. Once slightly cooled, add the eggs, grated Parmesan cheese, and minced garlic to the bowl. Mix well until a sticky dough forms.
6. With wet hands, shape the dough into small balls, approximately 1 inch in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each ball.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the Pão de Queijo are golden brown and have a crispy exterior.
8. Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the best texture and flavor!