Cheese Bread with Coconut

Step 1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat 0.75 cup milk, 3 tbsp butter, and 0.5 tsp salt over medium until butter melts and mixture is hot, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Pour hot milk mixture into a bowl with 2 cups tapioca flour. Stir with a wooden spoon until a sticky dough forms, about 2 minutes.

Step 4

Let dough cool for 5 minutes, then beat in 1 egg and 1 egg yolk until fully incorporated, about 1 minute.

Step 5

Fold in 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella and 0.5 cup shredded coconut until evenly distributed.

Step 6

With wet hands, shape dough into 12 balls (about 2 tbsp each) and place on prepared baking sheet, spacing 2 inches apart.

Step 7

Brush tops with extra egg yolk or beaten egg for shine, if desired.

Step 8

Bake until puffed and golden brown, about 20-25 minutes. Serve warm for best texture.