Yellow Squash Puffs
Light, airy, and packed with flavor, Yellow Squash Puffs are the perfect way to showcase the natural sweetness of summer squash in a savory, bite-sized form. These golden puffs are crafted with freshly grated yellow squash, richly melted cheddar and parmesan cheeses, and a hint of green onion for a touch of brightness. Enhanced with a buttery batter and speckled with black pepper, they bake to perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal as an appetizer, side dish, or snack, these versatile snacks are easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy. Whether baked on a sheet or in a muffin tin, they're a deliciously cheesy way to transform simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing treat. Garnish with parsley for a pop of fresh color and flavor, and serve them warm for maximum appeal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (grated) yellow squash
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoons baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 0.25 cups milk
- 1 cups (shredded) cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cups (grated) parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (finely chopped) green onions
- 2 tablespoons (melted) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoons (chopped, optional garnish) parsley
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease a muffin tin.
Grate the yellow squash and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible, then measure 2 cups of the grated and drained squash.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg and mix it with milk and melted butter.
Add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients and stir until combined.
Fold in the grated yellow squash, shredded cheddar cheese, parmesan cheese, and chopped green onions until evenly distributed.
Using a spoon or small scoop, drop rounded portions of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, or fill each muffin tin cavity about 2/3 full.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1173 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.5 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.5 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 403 mg | 134% | |
| Sodium | 2877 mg | 125% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.9 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.9 g | ||
| Protein | 49.2 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 867 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1105 mg | 24% | |
*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.
