Italian Cheese Puffs

Light, airy, and irresistibly cheesy, these Italian Cheese Puffs are the perfect bite-sized treat for any occasion. Made with a choux pastry base, this easy recipe combines the rich flavors of Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, enhanced with Italian seasoning and a hint of garlic powder for a savory twist. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these crispy-on-the-outside, soft-on-the-inside delights are ideal as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for an elegant touch that adds color and flavor. Simple to make yet packed with authentic Italian-inspired flavors, these cheese puffs are sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for fans of Italian cuisine, this recipe delivers gourmet results with minimal effort!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 240 ml water
• 115 grams unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 130 grams all-purpose flour
• 4 pieces large eggs
• 60 grams grated Parmesan cheese
• 80 grams shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, butter, and salt. Heat the mixture over medium heat until the butter is melted and the liquid begins to simmer.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. 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.

Step 4

Remove the pan from heat and allow the dough to cool for 3-5 minutes.

Step 5

One at a time, add the eggs to the dough, mixing thoroughly with each addition until the dough is smooth and glossy. This can be done by hand or with a mixer on low speed.

Step 6

Fold in the Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, and garlic powder until evenly incorporated.

Step 7

Transfer the dough to a pastry bag fitted with a large round tip or use a spoon to drop tablespoon-sized portions onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each puff.

Step 8

Bake the cheese puffs in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed up.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and allow the cheese puffs to cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley for added color and flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	837.5 grams (837.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2096

Total Fat 155.00g	199%
Saturated Fat 85.70g	429%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 1116mg	372%
Sodium 4230mg	184%
Total Carbohydrate 107.70g	39%
Dietary Fiber 4.00g	14%
Total Sugars 0.30g
Protein 82.60g	165%

Vitamin D 160IU	800%
Calcium 1420mg	109%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 456mg	10%

*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: 64.7%

Protein: 15.3%

Carbs: 20.0%