Wisconsin Asiago Cheese Puffs
Delight your taste buds with Wisconsin Asiago Cheese Puffs, a savory, bite-sized treat that's perfect for parties, snack time, or a fancy appetizer spread. These golden, airy puffs are crafted from a simple choux pastry base enriched with finely grated Asiago cheese, a touch of freshly ground black pepper, and optional fresh chives for a pop of color and flavor. With a crisp exterior and irresistibly cheesy, tender center, these puffs are baked to perfection in just 25 minutes. Quick to prepare and impossible to resist, this recipe offers a foolproof way to impress guests or elevate any occasion. Serve them warm for maximum flavor—your next cheese-filled craving starts here!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Water
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 4 large Eggs
- 1 cup Asiago cheese, finely grated
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter melts and the mixture begins to boil.
Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously using a wooden spoon until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a smooth ball, about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the dough cool for 3-5 minutes, or until warm to the touch but not hot.
Add the eggs one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy. This step may require some elbow grease but ensures a light and airy puff.
Stir in the grated Asiago cheese, black pepper, and optional chives until evenly distributed.
Transfer the dough to a piping bag fitted with a large round tip or use a spoon to drop teaspoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 1 inch apart. The size of the mounds can be adjusted based on your preference, but ensure even spacing for proper baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese puffs are golden brown and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven door during the baking process to prevent them from collapsing.
Remove the cheese puffs from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them warm for the best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1575 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 104.2 g | 134% | |
| Saturated Fat | 58.4 g | 292% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 968 mg | 323% | |
| Sodium | 2281 mg | 99% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 97.5 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.5 g | 12% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 66.0 g | 132% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 958 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 9.7 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 505 mg | 11% | |
*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.
