Hot Olive Cheese Puffs
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these mouthwatering Hot Olive Cheese Puffs—an irresistible appetizer that brings together the sharp tang of cheddar cheese, the buttery richness of a tender pastry shell, and the briny bite of green olives. Perfectly seasoned with paprika and a touch of cayenne pepper for subtle heat, these bite-sized delights wrap each olive in a deliciously cheesy dough, baked to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Whether you’re hosting a party, looking for a quick snack, or need an elegant finger food to impress your guests, these easy-to-make olive cheese puffs are the ultimate savory treat. Serve them warm for a crispy, melty, and crowd-pleasing appetizer that will have everyone coming back for more!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded) Sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup (softened) Unsalted butter
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 30 whole (drained and dried) Large pitted green olives
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the shredded cheddar cheese, softened butter, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well until the ingredients are fully integrated.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour to the cheese mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms. If necessary, use your hands to knead the dough until it comes together completely.
Take a small portion of the dough (about 1 tablespoon) and flatten it into a small disc. Place one green olive in the center of the disc and wrap the dough around the olive, ensuring it is fully enclosed. Roll gently in your hands to form a smooth ball.
Repeat this process for the remaining dough and olives, placing the prepared puffs onto the lined baking sheet with a little space between each ball.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the puffs turn golden brown.
Remove the Hot Olive Cheese Puffs from the oven and let them cool for 5 minutes on the baking sheet before serving warm.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a warm oven for a few minutes to restore crispness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2338 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 182.0 g | 233% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.6 g | 428% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 366 mg | 122% | |
| Sodium | 8364 mg | 364% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 130.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.8 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 69.5 g | 139% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1646 mg | 127% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 178 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
