If you need a quick and easy snack or party appetizer, cheese puffs are an ideal choice. This delectable treat can be prepared in a short amount of time using pantry staples and a few simple steps. Cheese puffs are a versatile dish that can be tailored to your preferences. Whether you like them cheesy, spicy, or garlicky, there is a recipe out there to suit your taste. With just a few ingredients and a bit of time, you can enjoy delicious and satisfying cheese puffs that are sure to be a hit with friends and family.
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
QUICK CHEESE PUFFS
This recipe is one of my favorites for a luncheon dish or a quick and easy meatless meal. For extra flavor, I'll sometimes use homemade bread or a specialty bread such as Italian, French or sourdough. -Janet Scherffius, Mountain Home, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Spread butter on one side of each slice of bread. Cut bread into strips; place strips, buttered side down, on the bottom and around the sides of two greased 10-oz. baking dishes. In a bowl, beat eggs and milk. Add cheese, onion salt and hot pepper sauce. , Pour over bread. Place the dishes on a baking sheet. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450 calories, Fat 30g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 290mg cholesterol, Sodium 839mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.
CHEESE PUFFS
"I found this recipe in one of my mother's old cookbooks and updated the flavor by adding cayenne and mustard," recalls Jamie Wetter of Boscobel, Wisconsin. "Tasty and quick for this busy season, these tender, golden puffs go together in minutes and simply disappear at parties!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 4 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, salt and cayenne to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Stir in Gruyere and mustard. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.
AUNT NANCY'S CHEESE PUFFS
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
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
SUNNY'S QUICK CHEESE PUFF SQUARES
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.
CHEESE PUFFS
Provided by Food Network
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat the egg whites until stiff but not dry. Stir in the cheese, cayenne and flour. With floured hands shape into walnut-sized balls and press a cube of chorizo into the center. Heat the oil at least 1/2 inch deep to about 390 to 400 degrees and fry until golden. Drain on paper towels. Or better, use a deep fryer. (May be kept warm in a 200 degree oven for up to 30 minutes). Spear a cucumber piece on top of each cheese puff with a toothpick.;
HERBED CHEESE PUFFS
Filled with a savory cheese and herb mixture, these puffy biscuits are simple, delicious and make a great party appetizer. I have made these for years and they are always a hit!
Provided by KAYLEEW
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Cheese
Time 22m
Yield 15
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease a large baking sheet.
- In a medium bowl, mix together Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, mayonnaise, basil, oregano, green onions and garlic.
- Separate each unbaked biscuit vertically into 3 pieces. Spread 1 tablespoon cheese mixture on each piece.
- Arrange pieces in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.8 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 19.5 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 6.9 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 505.5 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
DOWNUNDER CHEESE PUFFS
These are not popovers and have nothing to do with bread. These are very quick snacks that you can whip up during commercial breaks when you are watching TV and you feel like something cheesy. Vary the taste with different types of cheeses.
Provided by Missy Wombat
Categories Quick Breads
Time 15m
Yield 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Beat the egg in the milk; mix together with the flour, baking powder, salt and grated cheese.
- Put large teaspoonfuls on a cold greased tray.
- Bake for 10 minutes in a hot oven 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75.4, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 19.3, Sodium 177.7, Carbohydrate 6.8, Fiber 0.2, Protein 3.8
BASIC CHEESE PUFFS
Let these savory little puffs inspire you -- serve them plain or use a pastry bag to fill them, cream puff style, with a mixture of softened cream cheese, snipped chives and smoked salmon. This recipe came from a little book called Perfect Picnics. You'll want to double the recipe -- they freeze very well and are great to have on hand for company.
Provided by Gunslingers Wife
Categories Breads
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Place the butter, salt and water in a pan. Bring to a boil.
- Sift the flour onto a sheet of waxed paper, then, off the heat, add it all to the butter and water mixture and stir it in very quickly to form a thick paste that leaves the sides of the pan clean.
- Return the pan to the heat and beat the mixture with a wooden spoon for 1 minute to dry it. Remove the pan from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
- Beat in the eggs and yolk, one at a time, then add the mustard, cayenne pepper and grated cheese. (I didn't have dry mustard so I used 1 teaspoon grainy, brown mustard. I also used a dash more cayenne for an extra bite.).
- Place teaspoonfuls of the mixture onto a nonstick baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Lower the oven temperature to 350 degrees and cook for 15 minutes, until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack and serve cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314.2, Fat 18.9, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 192.5, Sodium 402.2, Carbohydrate 25.6, Fiber 1, Sugar 0.4, Protein 10
Tips:
- Use a cheese blend for a more complex flavor. A combination of cheddar, Parmesan, and mozzarella is a good option.
- If you don't have self-rising flour, you can make your own by adding 1 1/2 teaspoons of baking powder and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to 1 cup of all-purpose flour.
- Grate the cheese yourself for a fresher flavor. Pre-shredded cheese can be coated with cellulose, which can prevent it from melting smoothly.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the puffs tough.
- Use a greased mini muffin tin to prevent the puffs from sticking.
- Bake the puffs until they are golden brown and puffed up. This will take about 12-15 minutes.
- Serve the puffs warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Conclusion:
Cheese puffs are a quick and easy snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just a quick snack at home. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make delicious cheese puffs that everyone will love.
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