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Cheese Puffs

Cheese Puffs: Easy, Baked Delights Everyone Will Love

Cheese Puffs are irresistible baked snacks with a crispy exterior and cheesy interior, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 puffs
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
  • 3 large Eggs at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter enhances flavor
  • 1 cup Whole milk for richer taste
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust based on cheese used
For the Cheese
  • 1 cup Grated cheese mix of sharp cheddar, Gruyère, or Parmesan
Optional Flavorings
  • 1/2 tsp Garlic powder adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp Paprika customize based on heat preference

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • wooden spoon
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cheese Puffs
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine unsalted butter, whole milk, and salt over medium heat until simmering.
  3. Remove from heat and add flour, stirring vigorously until a smooth dough forms.
  4. Let dough cool for 5 minutes, then mix in eggs one at a time until glossy.
  5. Fold in grated cheese until evenly distributed.
  6. Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto the baking sheet, spaced 1.5 inches apart.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until puffed and golden brown, checking smaller puffs around 18 minutes.
  8. Allow to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1puffCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 100mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For the best results, use freshly grated cheese and ensure your butter and milk mixture is at a lively simmer before adding flour.

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