Doña Petrona’s Cheesy Cassava Bread

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A super easy and delicious Chipa recipe from the amazing Doña Petrona. Perfect for sharing with friends and family.

Doña Petrona’s Cheesy Cassava Bread recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
25min
Total Time
45min

Ingredients

10 Servings
(1 serving = 1 chipa)
  • cassava starch
    cassava starch
    1000g
  • eggs
    eggs
    3
  • egg yolks
    egg yolks
    2
  • table cheese, cut into small cubes
    table cheese, cut into small cubes
    250g
  • butter or margarine
    butter or margarine
    200g
  • brine made from milk or water, as needed
    brine made from milk or water, as needed
    1

How to make Doña Petrona’s Cheesy Cassava Bread

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix the eggs and yolks with softened butter.

  2. Step 2

    Add the cheese cubes and incorporate the brine alternately with the cassava starch.

  3. Step 3

    Continue until all 1 kg of starch is absorbed, forming a hard dough that detaches from the container.

  4. Step 4

    Shape the dough into chipas of your desired size.

  5. Step 5

    Place them on a greased and floured baking sheet and bake in a very hot oven until the crust is hard and lightly golden.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

389.0kcal (19.45%)

Protein

5.8g (11.7%)

Carbs

38.1g (13.85%)

Sugars

3.1g (6.3%)

Healthy Fat

6.3g

Unhealthy Fat

16.9g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Share photos of your chipas once made.

FAQS

  1. Can I use margarine instead of butter?

    Yes, you can substitute butter with margarine in this recipe.

  2. What type of cheese should I use?

    Use table cheese cut into small cubes for this recipe.

  3. How do I know when the chipas are done baking?

    The chipas are done when the crust is hard and lightly golden.

  4. Can I use water instead of milk for the brine?

    Yes, you can use either milk or water for the brine.

  5. What is the origin of Chipa?

    Chipa is a traditional cheese bread from the South American region, particularly popular in Paraguay and Argentina.

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