Vegan Cheese Bread: Traditional Step-by-Step Recipe
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Vegan Brazilian cheese bread: crispy outside, chewy inside, with potato and nutritional yeast.
Vegan Cheese Bread Recipe: A Delight Without Animal Ingredients
Vegan cheese bread: a delight without animal ingredients is a beloved Brazilian treat, but what if you could enjoy it in a vegan version, with no animal ingredients at all? In this article, we show how to make a vegan cheese bread that is just as delicious as the traditional version. We also cover why choosing good-quality ingredients matters and share tips to make sure your vegan cheese bread turns out perfect. Let's get started!
Quality Ingredients
Ingredients Needed
- 2 cups sweet tapioca starch (polvilho doce)
- 1 cup sour tapioca starch (polvilho azedo)
- 1 medium potato, cooked and mashed
- 1/2 cup oil (oil or olive oil)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup plant-based milk (whole, skim, or your preference)
- 1/2 cup nutritional yeast (good quality)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon turmeric (optional, for color)
Instructions
Step by Step
- Preparing the Dough: In a large bowl, mix the sweet and sour tapioca starches. Add the salt and turmeric, if using.
- Liquid Mixture: In a saucepan, heat the oil, water, and plant-based milk until boiling. Pour the hot mixture over the dry ingredients and stir well until a smooth dough forms.
- Adding the Potato and Nutritional Yeast: Fold in the mashed potato and nutritional yeast, mixing well until all ingredients are fully combined.
- Shaping the Balls: With lightly greased hands, shape medium-sized balls and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Baking: Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the cheese breads for about 30 minutes, or until golden.
Tips for Perfect Vegan Cheese Bread
- Starch Choice: Using a combination of sweet and sour tapioca starch is key to the perfect texture. Sweet starch gives elasticity, while sour starch adds lightness.
- Nutritional Yeast: Nutritional yeast is the key ingredient for a cheese-like flavor. Be sure to use a good-quality one.
- Liquid Temperature: Adding the hot oil, water, and plant-based milk mixture helps gelatinize the starch, producing a smoother dough.
- Ball Size: Make same-sized balls so they bake evenly.
Nutritional Benefits of Vegan Cheese Bread
Besides being delicious, vegan cheese bread offers several nutritional benefits. Nutritional yeast is rich in B-complex vitamins, while potato provides fiber and potassium. Plus, choosing a fortified plant-based milk can add calcium and vitamin D to your diet.
Prep Time and Yield
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: About 20 pieces
Nutrition Facts
| Component | Amount per serving (1 serving) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 110 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 15 g |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1 g |
| Sodium | 150 mg |
| Sugars | 0 g |
Recipe Variations
Vegan Cheese Bread with Herbs
- Add 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh herbs (such as oregano, basil, or thyme) to the dough for an extra flavor touch.
Vegan Cheese Bread with Carrot
- Replace half the potato with cooked, mashed carrot. It adds vibrant color and a lightly sweet flavor.
Stuffed Vegan Cheese Bread
- Make larger dough balls and fill them with pieces of sun-dried tomato or chopped olives before baking.
Storage Tips
To keep vegan cheese bread fresh longer, follow these storage tips:
- Freezing: Freeze the raw dough balls on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag. Bake directly from frozen whenever you like.
- Refrigeration: Store baked cheese breads in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Warm in the oven or microwave before serving.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use another type of starch?
Although the sweet-and-sour starch combination is ideal, you can try using just one type. The texture may turn out different, though.
Can I replace the potato with another vegetable?
Yes, sweet potato or yam also work well as substitutes.
Is nutritional yeast essential?
For the signature cheese-like flavor, nutritional yeast is essential. You can skip it if you cannot find it, but the flavor will be different.
Can I use another oil?
Yes, any vegetable oil works, but extra-virgin olive oil adds a special flavor.
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