Cheese Puffs Savory Bites (Printable Version)

Fluffy, golden cheese puffs with savory flavor and light texture, perfect for appetizers or party snacks.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dough Base

01 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
04 - 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

→ Flavorings

06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
08 - Fresh thyme or rosemary, finely chopped, to taste

→ Binding and Cheese

09 - 2 large eggs
10 - 1 cup grated cheese (cheddar, Gruyère, mozzarella, or combination)

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for nonstick surface.
02 - Melt unsalted butter with milk in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until fully melted and mixture just begins to simmer. Immediately remove from heat.
03 - Add flour, salt, ground black pepper, garlic powder, and baking powder to the warm milk-butter mixture. Stir briskly with a wooden spoon until dough forms and pulls away from sides.
04 - Let the dough cool for 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, mixing thoroughly after each addition until dough is glossy and cohesive.
05 - Fold in grated cheese and herbs until fully integrated and evenly mixed.
06 - Using a spoon or piping bag, form dough balls approximately 1 1/2 inches in diameter, spacing each portion on prepared sheet.
07 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese puffs are deeply golden, puffed, and crisp on the exterior.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to cool briefly on wire rack before serving warm.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Light and fluffy with a crisp bite
  • Ready in just over half an hour for instant satisfaction
  • Only a handful of easy to find ingredients
  • Perfect for any setting from snack plates to party tables
02 -
  • High in protein from eggs and cheese
  • Great for freezing and reheating any time
  • Kid approved and adult crowd pleasing
03 -
  • Use freshly grated cheese so it melts fully and gives the best gooey results
  • Make sure to let your dough cool a little before stirring in eggs or they might scramble
  • Puffs are best enjoyed right away but a quick trip under the broiler brings them back to life if reheated
  • For more even shaping dip your spoon in water before scooping each ball

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