Mock Goldfish Cheese Puffs
Dive into the irresistible homemade charm of Mock Goldfish Cheese Puffs—a fun, flavorful snack that will delight both kids and adults alike! These buttery, cheesy bites are made with sharp cheddar, cold butter, and a touch of optional paprika for a slightly smoky kick. With just 20 minutes of prep time, the dough comes together effortlessly in a food processor and bakes to golden perfection in under 15 minutes. Customize the shape with cookie cutters to make them even more fun—think classic goldfish or any playful shape you prefer. Perfect for lunchboxes, party platters, or an addictive mid-afternoon treat, these crispy cheese puffs are as snackable as they are satisfying. Keywords: homemade cheese puffs, goldfish-style snack, kid-friendly snacks, easy cheese crackers, baked cheese treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for added flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Cold water
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, shredded sharp cheddar cheese, cold butter, salt, and optional paprika if using.
Pulse the mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, and pulse until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overmix.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and shape it into a ball. Flatten into a disc and refrigerate for 15 minutes to firm up.
Roll the chilled dough out to about 1/8-inch thick. Use a small cookie cutter (fish-shaped if desired) to cut out individual shapes.
Place the shaped dough pieces onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small amount of space between them.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the cheese puffs are golden and slightly crispy.
Remove from the oven and let the cheese puffs cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up further as they cool.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
326 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.8 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.3 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 425 mg | 18% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 60 mg | 1% | |
*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.
