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Pão de Queijo Meal Platter

Pão de Queijo Meal Platter

Serves: 4 Prep: 20 mins Cook: 30 mins Total: 50 mins

A Brazilian-inspired sharing platter featuring warm, chewy pão de queijo served with fresh sides, cured meats, and cheeses. Perfect for grazing, brunch, or a relaxed evening meal.



 

Ingredients

For the Pão de Queijo

  • 250g tapioca flour
  • 125ml whole milk
  • 60ml vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 120g grated mozzarella or Minas cheese

For the Meal Platter

  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1 small bowl cherry tomatoes
  • 100g cured meats (chorizo, salami, or prosciutto)
  • 100g cheese cubes or slices
  • Fresh herbs or salad leaves (optional)

Instructions

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Prepare the Dough

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  1. Step 1

    Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan 180°C).

  2. Step 2

    Bring the milk, oil, and salt to a gentle boil.

  3. Step 3

    Pour over the tapioca flour in a bowl and mix until it forms a sticky dough.

Add Eggs & Cheese

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    Allow the dough to cool slightly.

  2. Step 5

    Beat in the eggs one at a time until smooth.

  3. Step 6

    Fold in the grated cheese until fully combined.

Shape & Bake

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    With lightly oiled hands, roll into small balls and place on a lined baking tray.

  2. Step 8

    Bake for 25–30 minutes until puffed and lightly golden.

Assemble the Platter

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    Arrange the warm pão de queijo alongside avocado, tomatoes, cured meats, and cheeses.

  2. Step 10

    Garnish with herbs or salad leaves if using.

Serve

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    Serve immediately while the cheese breads are warm and chewy.

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