Red Pepper Cheesy Puffs
Light, airy, and packed with flavor, these Red Pepper Cheesy Puffs are the ultimate savory bite-size treat for parties, snacks, or appetizers! Combining a classic pâte à choux base with the bold taste of roasted red peppers, sharp cheddar cheese, and a hint of Parmesan, these cheesy puffs deliver a delightful burst of taste in every bite. Perfectly crisp on the outside and soft on the inside, they're seasoned with just the right amount of black pepper and can be garnished with a touch of paprika for visual appeal and added spice. Ready in just 45 minutes and yielding 20 golden morsels, they’re ideal for busy hosts wanting to impress guests with minimal effort. Serve them warm or room temperature and watch them disappear! These cheesy puffs are sure to become your go-to recipe for delicious, crowd-pleasing finger food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 0.25 cup Roasted red peppers (finely chopped)
- 0.5 cup Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, water, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter has melted and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the flour to the saucepan. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
Beat the eggs in a small bowl. Gradually add the eggs to the mixture in the saucepan, stirring well after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy.
Fold in the chopped roasted red peppers, shredded cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Mix until evenly combined.
Using a small cookie scoop or a tablespoon, drop rounded spoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.
Optionally, sprinkle the tops of the puffs with a pinch of paprika for extra color and flavor.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the puffs to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.0 g | 103% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.2 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 566 mg | 189% | |
| Sodium | 2014 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.4 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.7 g | ||
| Protein | 37.4 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 606 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 365 mg | 8% | |
*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.
