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Biscoito de polvilho is a traditional Brazilian crispy and light snack made with tapioca starch and cheese. These delicate, airy crackers are perfect for breakfast or as an accompaniment to coffee. They are known for their distinctive puffed texture and savory cheese flavor.
Prep
10 min
Cook
18 min
Total
28 min
Servings
24 srv
Difficulty
Easy
Calories
85 kcal
For 24 serving(s)
Per serving
Preheat oven to 180°C and line baking sheets with parchment paper
In a large bowl, combine tapioca starch, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper
Add the egg and mix until the dough becomes crumbly and starts to hold together
Knead the mixture with your hands for about 2-3 minutes until it forms a smooth dough
Roll small portions of dough into balls about the size of walnuts and place on prepared baking sheets
Flatten each ball slightly with the bottom of a glass or your palm
Bake for 15-20 minutes until the crackers turn golden brown and become crispy
Allow to cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack
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