Cheese Buns with Sesame Seeds
These Brazilian-style cheese buns are crispy on the outside, chewy and cheesy on the inside, and topped with black sesame seeds for a nutty crunch. Perfect for a snack or side dish.
- Total time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 12
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 6g
Ingredients
- 2 cups tapioca flour
- 1 cup milk
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp black sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a saucepan, combine 1 cup milk, 4 tbsp butter, and 1 tsp salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then remove from heat immediately.
- 3
Stir in 2 cups tapioca flour until a sticky dough forms. Let cool for 5 minutes.
- 4
Beat in 2 eggs one at a time, then mix in 1 cup grated parmesan until fully incorporated.
- 5
Using wet hands, shape dough into 12 small balls and place on prepared baking sheet.
- 6
Brush each bun with beaten egg (use an extra egg if needed) and sprinkle with black sesame seeds.
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- baking sheet
- parchment paper
- saucepan
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- pastry brush
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