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Cheese Puffs

This Cheese Puffs recipe is one of the easiest things you can make. Made with everyday ingredients that are mixed together in one bowl. A no-frills recipe that you can whip up at a moments notice. They are light and cheesy and are a great little snack; or serve it like we do, alongside your favourite soup.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Course: Nibbles, Snack
Cuisine: Australian, New Zealand
Keyword: cheese, cheese puffs, easy, easy recipe, quick, snack
Servings: 12
Calories: 130kcal
Author: Katrina | Katy's Food Finds

Equipment

  • large bowl or jug
  • Cheese Grater

Ingredients

  • 1 c plain flour
  • 3 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 c milk (or cream)
  • 1 egg beaten
  • salt good pinch
  • 2 c cheddar cheese or tasty, grated
  • 1/4 tsp mustard dijon (optional)
  • 1 garlic clove crushed (optional)
  • 1/4 c spring onions chopped finely (optional)
  • pepper to season
  • 2 tbsp parmesan cheese
Metric - US Customary

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 200°C. Line an oven tray with baking paper.
  • Mix all the ingredients (except the parmesan cheese) together in a bowl until just combined. Do not over-mix.
  • Drop tablespoon sized mounds onto a baking tray leaving at least 5cm between them.
  • Sprinkle the tops with the parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 10-12 minutes until puffed and golden. Rest 5 minutes before serving.
  • Best eaten warm from the oven, with or without butter.

Notes

Suggestions:
  • chopped spring onions
  • finely diced onions (I like to cook them a little first)
  • diced bacon
  • crushed garlic
  • pinch of paprika
  • pinch of mustard powder
  • herbs like parsley, rosemary or chives

Nutrition

Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 264mg | Potassium: 54mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 230mg | Iron: 1mg
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