Cheese Puffs Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Cajun Cheese Puffs! This recipe, straight from a Cajun cookbook, delivers crispy, golden-brown puffs bursting with flavor. The creamy, spicy filling is the perfect complement to the airy texture. Prepare to be amazed by the stunning visuals and even more captivated by the taste – a true culinary masterpiece!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 92.2 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 3.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cheese Puffs

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How to Make Cheese Puffs

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a heavy saucepan, melt 1/2 cup (113g) butter with 1 cup (240ml) water.
  3. Bring to a rolling boil, then remove from heat and immediately whisk in 2 cups (240g) all-purpose flour all at once until a smooth ball forms.
  4. Beat in 1 cup (227g) sharp cheddar cheese, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until well combined and smooth.
  5. Gradually whisk in 4 large eggs, one at a time, until a smooth, glossy dough forms.
  6. Drop rounded teaspoons of dough onto a buttered baking sheet, leaving space between each puff.
  7. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
  8. Make a small slit in the side of each puff to release steam. Return to the turned-off oven to keep warm.
  9. For the filling: Beat together 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese with 1 tablespoon Pickapeppa sauce. Stir in 1/4 cup (30g) chopped pimentos and 1 tablespoon capers.
  10. Fill the cheese puffs with the cream cheese mixture using a piping bag or spoon. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

3 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

23g

Carbs

1g

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