Mozzarella Cheese Puffs
Bite into the irresistible golden perfection of Mozzarella Cheese Puffs, a delightful appetizer or snack that’s crispy on the outside and pillowy on the inside. Made with a choux pastry base that's folded with shredded mozzarella, Parmesan, garlic powder, and a sprinkle of oregano, these bite-sized treats deliver cheesy, savory goodness in every mouthful. Quick and easy to prepare, they’re baked to puffed-up perfection in just 25 minutes. Serve these heavenly cheese puffs warm as a crowd-pleasing party appetizer or pair them with marinara sauce for the ultimate dipping experience. Perfect for entertaining or satisfying those comfort food cravings, this recipe transforms simple pantry staples into a gourmet snack your guests won’t forget.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 Large eggs
- 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Dried oregano
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and the mixture starts to boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan. Continue stirring for 1-2 minutes to cook off excess moisture.
Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl and let it cool slightly for 3-5 minutes. This prevents the eggs from scrambling when added.
Add the eggs to the dough one at a time, beating well after each addition. The mixture might look lumpy at first, but keep mixing until it becomes smooth and glossy.
Fold in the shredded mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and oregano until evenly distributed.
Using a small cookie scoop or two teaspoons, drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
Remove from the oven and let the cheese puffs cool slightly on the baking sheets before serving.
Serve warm and enjoy! These puffs are delicious on their own or paired with a marinara dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 105.4 g | 135% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.3 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 988 mg | 329% | |
| Sodium | 2925 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 101.0 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.3 g | ||
| Protein | 81.3 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 1410 mg | 108% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 434 mg | 9% | |
*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.
