Italian Pepperoni Cheese Puffs

Light, airy, and bursting with Italian flavors, these Italian Pepperoni Cheese Puffs are the ultimate savory snack or appetizer. Made with a classic choux pastry base, these bites are infused with gooey mozzarella, nutty Parmesan, and zesty diced pepperoni, all seasoned with aromatic dried Italian herbs. A quick 15-minute prep and a golden bake in the oven create irresistible puffs that are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Perfect for game days, parties, or as an indulgent treat, these cheese puffs pair beautifully with marinara sauce for dipping or a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of elegance. With simple pantry staples and a crowd-pleasing flavor profile, this recipe is a guaranteed hit!

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 4 large Eggs
• 1 cup Shredded mozzarella cheese
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Diced pepperoni
• 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
• 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the water, milk, butter, salt, and black pepper. Heat over medium heat until the butter is fully melted and the mixture comes to a gentle boil.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan and forms a smooth ball, about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the dough cool for 3-4 minutes. This prevents the eggs from cooking too quickly in the next step.

Step 5

Add one egg at a time to the dough, mixing thoroughly after each addition until the egg is fully incorporated. The dough should be smooth, glossy, and thick.

Step 6

Stir in the mozzarella cheese, Parmesan cheese, diced pepperoni, and Italian seasoning. Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	895.4 grams (895.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2316

Total Fat 162.10g	208%
Saturated Fat 79.30g	397%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 1105mg	368%
Sodium 5091mg	221%
Total Carbohydrate 108.40g	39%
Dietary Fiber 3.80g	14%
Total Sugars 7.00g
Protein 107.60g	215%

Vitamin D 218IU	1089%
Calcium 1601mg	123%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 846mg	18%

*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: 62.8%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 18.7%