Frequently Asked Questions
Our Products
Brazilian cheese bread (also known as pão de queijo) is a soft, chewy bread made with tapioca flour and cheese. It has a lightly crisp exterior and a warm, cheesy center. Naturally gluten-free and incredibly versatile, it can be enjoyed any time of day.
We currently offer: Traditional,Bacon, and a new flavor coming soon
Each flavor is crafted to highlight the authentic Brazilian taste with a gourmet touch.Anytime! Pathy’s Cheese Bread is perfect for: Breakfast or brunch, Snacks, Parties and game nights, As a side dish or appetizer. It pairs beautifully with both sweet and savory foods.
Our cheese bread is incredibly versatile! Try it with: Coffee or tea, hazelnut spread or jam, Barbecue pulled pork, Tuna or chicken salad, Wine or cocktails, charcuterie boards, cheese spreads, marinara sauce.
Our cheese bread is sold frozen to preserve freshness and quality. Baking at home ensures the best taste and texture—just like freshly made.
Yes! We love partnering with local stores, cafés, and bakeries. Please visit our Wholesale page or contact us directly for more information.
Baking Tips
Pathy’s Cheese Bread needs to be fully baked to achieve the proper texture and flavor. For best results, we do not recommend cooking it in the microwave, as it will not bake evenly or develop the signature crisp exterior.
We strongly recommend using an oven or air fryer, which ensures the cheese bread is fully baked, golden on the outside, and soft and chewy on the inside.Our cheese bread is easy to prepare: Bake directly from frozen in the oven or air fryer, no thawing required, Ready in minutes.
Full baking instructions are included on the package.Yes! You can partially bake it and finish baking later, or fully bake it at home and gently warm it up later.
Yes! You can cook Pathy’s Cheese Bread in an air fryer. Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes, or until golden on the outside and soft and chewy on the inside. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your air fryer.
Ingredients and allergens
Yes! All Pathy’s Cheese Bread products are 100% gluten-free, made with tapioca flour and naturally gluten-free ingredients.
At this time, Pathy’s Cheese Bread is not certified gluten-free. However, our products are made with naturally gluten-free ingredients and do not contain gluten.
We understand how important certification is to our customers, and we are currently working toward obtaining gluten-free certification.We use mozzarella cheese, chosen for its texture and flavor that closely resembles traditional Brazilian Minas cheese, delivering an authentic taste experience.
Yes, all Pathy’s Cheese Bread products are nut free.
No. Pathy’s Cheese Bread is made with simple, high-quality ingredients and contains no artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives.
Where to Find Us
We are locally made and based in La Grange, Illinois. We started at a local farmers market in Downers Grove and are proud to now be available in multiple local stores.
You can find our products in select local grocery stores and specialty shops. Check our Store Locator page for the most up-to-date list.