Pao De Queijo - Brazilian Cheese Bread

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1. 1Step 1: Preheat oven to 350F.
2. 2Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together the tapioca flour and salt; set aside.
3. 3Step 3: In a medium bowl, combine the cheeses and eggs; set aside.
4. 4Step 4: In a small saucepan over medium heat, bring the milk and oil to a simmer.
5. 5Step 5: Once simmering, remove from heat and immediately pour the hot liquid into the tapioca mixture; stir with a wooden spoon until combined (the mixture will be gummy and clumpy).
6. 6Step 6: Wait 5-10 minutes until the tapioca mixture is cool to the touch, then add the cheese and egg mixture and mix with a wooden spoon or your hands until homogeneous and it forms a ball (white tapioca specks are normal).
7. 7Step 7: Oil your hands, scoop 1-2 Tbsp portions, roll into balls, and place on a baking sheet about 2 inches apart.
8. 8Step 8: Bake until golden brown, about 30-35 minutes.
9. 9Step 9: To freeze: follow all steps up to rolling the balls and placing them on the baking sheet, then freeze the baking sheet for 15 minutes until the balls hold their shape.
10. 10Step 10: Transfer the set balls to a freezer-safe ziplock bag and freeze for up to 3-4 months.
11. 11Step 11: To bake frozen: no thawing needed; preheat oven to 350F, arrange frozen balls on a baking sheet about 2 inches apart, and bake until golden brown, about 40-45 minutes.