Brazilian Cheese Bread (Pao de Queijo)

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Step 2

Pour olive oil, water, milk, and salt into a large saucepan, and place over high heat. When the mixture comes to a boil, remove from heat immediately, and stir in tapioca flour and garlic until smooth. Set aside to rest for 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 3

Stir the cheese and egg into the tapioca mixture until well combined, the mixture will be chunky like cottage cheese. Drop rounded, 1/4 cup-sized balls of the mixture onto an ungreased baking sheet.

Step 4

Bake in preheated oven until the tops are lightly browned, 15 to 20 minutes.