Buttery Basil Parmesan Puffs

Light, airy, and bursting with flavor, these Buttery Basil Parmesan Puffs are a true crowd-pleaser! Made with a classic pâte à choux dough, these bite-sized treats combine the richness of melted butter with the fresh, herbaceous aroma of finely chopped basil and the nutty, savory goodness of Parmesan cheese. Perfectly golden and crispy on the outside, yet soft and delicate on the inside, these puffs are easy to prepare in under 40 minutes. With optional hints of garlic and cracked black pepper for added depth, they make an elegant appetizer or snack for any occasion. Serve them warm or at room temperature, and let their irresistible combination of buttery flavor and cheesy herbal notes steal the show!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 8 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cup water
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon granulated garlic (optional)
• 4 large eggs
• 3 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (optional, freshly cracked)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the butter, water, salt, and granulated garlic (if using). Heat over medium heat until the butter is completely melted and the mixture begins to simmer.

Step 3

Reduce heat to low and immediately stir in the flour using a wooden spoon. Stir vigorously until the mixture forms a smooth ball and pulls away from the sides of the saucepan, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for 3-5 minutes to avoid cooking the eggs in the next step.

Step 5

Once slightly cooled, beat in the eggs one at a time. Use a wooden spoon, handheld mixer, or stand mixer to thoroughly incorporate each egg before adding the next. The dough should become smooth and sticky.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped basil, grated Parmesan cheese, and black pepper (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Using a piping bag or a small cookie scoop, pipe or spoon 1-inch mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each puff.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and crisp on the outside.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the puffs cool slightly on a wire rack. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	799.8 grams (799.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2038

Total Fat 150.60g	193%
Saturated Fat 83.60g	418%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1087mg	362%
Sodium 3295mg	143%
Total Carbohydrate 98.90g	36%
Dietary Fiber 3.60g	13%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 82.70g	165%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 1485mg	114%
Iron 10mg	54%
Potassium 567mg	12%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.1%

Protein: 15.9%

Carbs: 19.0%