This easy Brazilian cheese bread (pão de queijo) recipe is made entirely in a blender — no scalding milk, no stovetop, and no fragile steps. It delivers the classic pão de queijo texture and flavor with a simplified process designed for consistent results every time.
mode
Easy
time
30 minutes
yield
12 units
ingredients
• 2/3 cup whole milk
• 2 eggs
• 2/3 cup neutral oil
• 1 bōm dough pão de queijo mix bag
• 2/3 cup grated low-moisture mozzarella
instructions
step 1 – blend
add whole milk, eggs, neutral oil, and bōm dough’s pão de queijo mix to a blender. blend until smooth. add the grated cheese and blend briefly until just incorporated.
step 2 – portion
pour about 50 grams of batter into each cup of a greased 12-cup muffin pan.
step 3 – bake
bake at 350°f until puffed and golden, rotating the pan once halfway through.
total bake time is typically around 30–35 minutes, depending on your oven.
that’s it, easy brazilian cheese bread (pão de queijo) recipe
results
evenly shaped, fluffy pão de queijo with a soft interior and light crust — the traditional outcome, without the fragile process.
storage
traditional cheese bread (pão de queijo) is best enjoyed fresh.
if needed, store baked cheese bread in a sealed bag or airtight container. to reheat the next day, warm briefly in the microwave for about 10 seconds to restore softness.
easy brazilian cheese bread, simplified
A 3-step blender recipe — no scalding milk, no stovetop
why is this brazilian cheese bread recipe gluten-free?
pão de queijo is traditionally made with tapioca flour instead of wheat flour, which makes this easy brazilian cheese bread recipe naturally gluten-free while still delivering a chewy interior and crisp exterior.
is this an easy pão de queijo recipe for beginners?
yes. this is an easy pão de queijo recipe designed for beginners. everything is blended together in one step, with no stovetop, no boiling milk, and no fragile techniques.
can i make this pão de queijo recipe in a blender?
yes. this recipe was specifically designed to be made in a blender. blending creates a smooth, pourable batter and removes the need for traditional scalding or dough handling.
can i make this recipe without boiling or scalding milk?
yes. unlike many traditional recipes, this easy brazilian cheese bread recipe does not require boiling or scalding milk, making it faster and more consistent.
can i make this recipe without the mix?
this recipe was developed for use with our brazilian cheese bread mix to ensure consistent texture and flavor. using the mix simplifies measurements and removes guesswork.
what should the batter look like before baking?
the batter should be smooth, cohesive, and pourable — thick but not stiff. it should flow easily from the blender into the baking pan.
how long does pão de queijo take to bake?
this easy pão de queijo recipe bakes at a moderate temperature and is ready in about 30 minutes, depending on oven and pan size.
how should i store leftover pão de queijo?
pão de queijo is best enjoyed fresh. if needed, store baked cheese bread in an airtight container at room temperature for the same day or refrigerate for short storage.
how do i reheat pão de queijo the next day?
to restore softness, reheat briefly in the microwave for about 10 seconds or warm in the oven until just heated through.
can i freeze pão de queijo?
pão de queijo is best baked fresh. freezing baked cheese bread is possible, but texture is best when prepared and baked the same day.
is this considered traditional pão de queijo?
this recipe delivers the traditional pão de queijo flavor and texture, but uses a simplified, modern method designed for ease, consistency, and blender preparation.