CHEESE BREAD

What is cheese bread?

Cheese bread is a kind of bun made mainly with cassava (tapioca) starch or flour, grated cheese, eggs, and sometimes milk or butter. It does not contain wheat flour, so it is naturally gluten-free.

Cheese bread properties

Gluten-free: ideal for people with celiac disease or gluten intolerance.
High in proteins: thanks to the cheese and eggs.
Source of energy: cassava starch provides complex carbohydrates.
Rich in calcium: due to the cheese.
Light and elastic texture: crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.

Cheese bread varieties

Although the base is similar, each country has its version:

• Pão de queijo (Brazil) The most famous internationally.
• Pandebono and almojábana (Colombia) Pandebono is similar but may contain curd, and sometimes a little corn.
• Chipa (Paraguay and northeastern Argentina)
• Pan de yuca

 
Main producing or consuming countries

• Brazil (main producer and exporter of frozen pão de queijo)
• Colombia
• Paraguay
• Ecuador
• Bolivia
• Argentina (in the northeast)

How can it be consumed?

• Hot, freshly baked (the best way).
• As a snack with coffee or tea.
• For breakfast or snack.
• Accompanying soups or salads.
• In gourmet versions: filled with ham, herbs, or more cheese.
• It can be frozen and baked when needed.