Description
Cheese Puffs are a delicious and crunchy snack that are loved by people of all ages. They are made from cheese and cornmeal, resulting in a light and airy texture that melts in your mouth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, combine water, butter, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove from heat and stir in the cornmeal until well combined.
- Add the shredded cheese and mix until melted and smooth.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper to the mixture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
- These can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cheese puff
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Cheese Puffs, Snack, Crunchy Snack, Cheese Snack