Best 6 Aunt Nancys Cheese Puffs Recipes

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Aunt Nancy's Cheese Puffs are a classic appetizer or snack that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. These bite-sized treats are made with a combination of cheese, flour, and eggs, and are then baked until golden brown and puffy. The result is a delicious and cheesy snack that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer for a party or a fun snack for your family, Aunt Nancy's Cheese Puffs are the perfect choice.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

SUNNY'S QUICK CHEESE PUFF SQUARES



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Provided by Sunny Anderson

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 squares

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
All-purpose flour, for rolling
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
10 to 14 sprigs fresh thyme, leaves finely chopped
Freshly cracked coarse black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll the pastry out flat on a lightly floured surface with a floured rolling pin. Brush off any excess flour. In a small bowl, combine the mustard with a splash of water to loosen. Brush the mustard over the entire top of the pastry.
  • In a small bowl, stir together the cheese, thyme and a few grinds of black pepper. Sprinkle the entire sheet of pastry with the cheese mixture. Gently roll the top of the pastry again to lightly embed the topping into the pastry. Cut into 2-inch squares and pinch one set of opposite corners together on each square or leave flat. Place on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake until the squares are puffed and golden brown, 10 to 14 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

AUNT NANCY'S CHEESE PUFFS



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Great freezer-friendly appetizer! Can be made, frozen, and kept for up to 2 to 3 months in the freezer.

Provided by mommyof3or4

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Cheese

Time 30m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 loaves white bread, crusts removed and slices quartered
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 small onion, minced
2 egg yolks
1 teaspoon paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine cream cheese, onion, and egg yolks in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until blended. Spread cream cheese mixture evenly on bread and lightly sprinkle with paprika. Place on baking sheets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese puffs start to slightly brown, 10 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 166.8 calories, Carbohydrate 23.7 g, Cholesterol 32.8 mg, Fat 5.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 343.3 mg, Sugar 2.1 g

CHEESY PUFFS



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Provided by Nancy Fuller

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield about 20 puffs

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 stick (8 tablespoons) unsalted butter
1 cup whole milk
1 cup all-purpose flour
6 large eggs
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 cup grated Gruyere cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
  • Melt the butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add the milk and heat until small bubbles start to form around the edges. Add the flour and cook, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture is smooth and glossy and a dough ball forms. (The dough should start to pull away from the edges of the pan.)
  • Transfer the dough to a stand mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Mix in 5 of the eggs, one at a time, on medium speed until completely combined. Stir in the salt, pepper and 3/4 cup of the Gruyere.
  • Spoon large tablespoons of the batter onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving about 1 inch between each puff. Whisk the remaining egg and use it to brush the tops of the puffs. Sprinkle over the remaining 1/4 cup Gruyere.
  • Bake until puffed and golden, about 25 minutes. Serve hot.

AUNT NANCY'S FAMOUS HOT CHEESE DIP



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This has been my go-to potluck recipe for years! I'm not allowed to enter my friend's parties without it! It's always gone by the end of the night. It's super easy to make, and only dirties one dish. The flavor of the onion and green chilies with the cheese is mild yet savory. Serve with tortilla chips or Doritos.

Provided by Kelleh79

Categories     Cheese

Time 35m

Yield 1 casserole, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
2 cups mozzarella cheese, shredded
2 cups mayonnaise (can be reduced to 1 cup if desired)
1 medium onion, minced
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies, drained
1 (4 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained (optional)
sliced pepperoni

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
  • In a casserole dish (you can use 8x8 to 9x13 sizes), mix together cheese, mayonnaise, onion, and green chilies. Spread evenly in dish.
  • Top with sliced pepperoni (I usually place with the edges touching but not overlapping) and sliced black olives (optional).
  • Bake at 325 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until cheese is melted and bubbling around the edges.
  • Serve hot with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers.

AUNT NANCY'S BLUE CHEESE BALL (KICKED UP )



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This is a recipe from my Aunt Nancy. Every Christmas we would gather at her house and she would have this awesome cheese ball. When I got married and had a family of my own, I asked her for her recipe. I touched it up with some red and green peppers. I love this cheese ball! its my all time favorite.

Provided by Marsha D.

Categories     Cheese

Time 2h10m

Yield 1 or 2 balls

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
4 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
3 ounces blue cheese, crumbled
8 ounces kraft Cheez Whiz
1 small onion, diced
1/2 green pepper, diced
1/2 red pepper, diced
chopped pecans
1/2 teaspoon Accent seasoning

Steps:

  • In a large bowl add cream cheese,cheddar cheese and blu cheese and mix together well.
  • Add cheese whiz,Accent,onion, red and green pepper.
  • Mix all up real good and place in refrigerator for 10 minutes or just enough time to harden alittle. This is to help with rolling in pecans.
  • Remove from refrigerator and form into 1 large cheese ball or 2 medium size cheese balls.
  • On wax paper, place chopped pecans and roll each ball.
  • Place on a glass plate or cheese ball plate and pat around to secure the pecans.
  • Chill for 1 to 2 hours or overnight.
  • Serve with your choice of crackers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 2231.5, Fat 189.1, SaturatedFat 119.4, Cholesterol 602.5, Sodium 6282.3, Carbohydrate 43.8, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 23.6, Protein 92.5

AUNT NANCY'S CREAM OF CRAB SOUP



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My sister Nancy is one of the best cooks I know. When my daughter was getting married, I put together a cookbook of her favorite family recipes-Nancy's soup was a must-have. Our family often had this with a salad before Christmas Eve services. -Lynne German, Buford, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/4 cup butter, cubed
1 teaspoon chicken bouillon granules
2 tablespoons finely grated onion
1/4 cup cornstarch
4 cups half-and-half cream
1 pound jumbo lump crabmeat, drained
1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons sherry
Additional nutmeg

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat butter and bouillon over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until tender, 1-2 minutes. Stir in cornstarch until blended; gradually whisk in cream. Bring just to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in crab, cheese and seasonings. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, to allow flavors to blend, about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally., Stir in sherry; heat 1-2 minutes longer. Sprinkle servings with additional nutmeg.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 383 calories, Fat 25g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 175mg cholesterol, Sodium 1089mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 19g protein.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cheese: Fresh cheese will give your cheese puffs a better flavor and texture.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough will make your cheese puffs tough.
  • Chill the dough before baking: Chilling the dough will help the cheese puffs keep their shape.
  • Use a piping bag to shape the cheese puffs: This will help you get evenly shaped cheese puffs.
  • Bake the cheese puffs until they are golden brown: This will ensure that they are cooked through.
  • Serve the cheese puffs warm: Cheese puffs are best served warm, when they are soft and gooey.

Conclusion:

Aunt Nancy's Cheese Puffs are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make these cheesy puffs that are sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give Aunt Nancy's Cheese Puffs a try. You won't be disappointed!

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