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Cheese Puffs Recipe

Cheese Puffs Recipe
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Delight in these golden, airy Cheese Puffs made from a rich choux pastry dough blended with sharp cheddar cheese. Perfect as a savory snack or appetizer, these puffs boast a crispy exterior and a soft, cheesy interior, flavored subtly with a hint of garlic or paprika if desired.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese (or mix of Gruyère and cheddar)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Optional Seasonings

  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
  2. Heat Milk, Butter, and Salt: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the milk, unsalted butter, and salt. Heat until the mixture just begins to simmer, ensuring the butter has melted completely.
  3. Add Flour and Form Dough: Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the flour all at once. Vigorously mix the dough until it forms a smooth ball that pulls away from the sides of the pan, indicating proper consistency.
  4. Cool Dough Slightly: Allow the dough to cool for 5 minutes; this step is important to prevent the eggs from cooking when added.
  5. Incorporate Eggs Gradually: Add the eggs one at a time, beating each addition thoroughly until the dough becomes smooth and glossy, ensuring even incorporation and proper texture.
  6. Fold in Cheese and Seasonings: Gently fold in the grated sharp cheddar cheese and any optional garlic powder or paprika to add depth to the flavor.
  7. Portion Dough onto Baking Sheet: Drop tablespoon-sized portions of the dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing each about 1.5 inches apart to allow for puffing during baking.
  8. Bake the Cheese Puffs: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown, puffed, and cooked through.
  9. Cool and Serve: Serve the cheese puffs warm for the best texture, or cool them on a rack to store and enjoy later.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, mix Gruyère and cheddar cheese instead of using cheddar alone.
  • Make sure the dough is cool enough before adding eggs to avoid scrambling them.
  • These puffs are best served fresh but can be reheated in a preheated oven for a few minutes to regain crispiness.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Optional seasonings like garlic powder or paprika add a subtle kick, but you can omit or adjust according to taste.

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Keywords: Cheese puffs, choux pastry, savory snack, appetizer, cheddar cheese, baked puffs

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