Blue-Cheese Puffs

Vegetarian
Health score
1%
Blue-Cheese Puffs
50 min.
15
125kcal

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If you're looking for a delightful appetizer that will impress your guests and tantalize your taste buds, look no further than these delectable Blue-Cheese Puffs. Bursting with rich flavors and an irresistible golden-brown exterior, these puffs are the perfect addition to any gathering, whether it's a fancy dinner party, a casual get-together, or simply a cozy family meal.

Made with creamy blue cheese and fragrant fresh thyme, each bite offers a beautifully balanced flavor that is savory and satisfying. The light and airy texture, achieved through a careful process of mixing and baking, makes them a delightful starter or snack option. And don't worry—despite their impressive taste, they're surprisingly easy to whip up at home, taking only about 50 minutes from start to finish!

Imagine serving these light puffs warm from the oven, their tantalizing aroma filling the room as they invite friends and family to gather around. With 15 servings, they're perfect for entertaining a crowd or simply enjoying as an indulgent treat for yourself. Plus, being vegetarian, they're a great option for those looking to incorporate more meatless delights into their diet. Get ready to explore a TV-commercial-worthy appetizer that’s bound to be a favorite!

Ingredients

  • ounces cheese blue crumbled
  • large eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon thyme sprigs fresh finely chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon onion powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted
  • cup milk whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • wooden spoon

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400F. Line 2 large baking sheets with parchment. In a saucepan, combine milk, butter, salt, pepper, onion powder and thyme and bring to a boil.
  2. Remove from heat, add flour and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until combined. Return to heat and cook, stirring vigorously, until a dough forms and pulls away from side of pan
  3. Remove pan from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
  4. Add 4 eggs, 1 at a time, beating well after each addition. Dough will come apart with each egg and then come back together as you stir; add next egg after dough comes back together. You should end up with a sticky dough. Beat in cheese.
  5. Drop dough by teaspoonfuls onto baking sheets. Beat remaining egg with 1 Tbsp. water and brush mixture on dough to glaze.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes, then lower temperature to 350F and bake 20 to 25 minutes longer, until golden brown.
  7. Serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories125kcal
Protein17.97%
Fat57.49%
Carbs24.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.47
Glycemic Load
4.98
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
4.5856521829315%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.21mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:124.72kcal
6.24%
Fat:7.94g
12.21%
Saturated Fat:4.52g
28.28%
Carbohydrates:7.62g
2.54%
Net Carbohydrates:7.32g
2.66%
Sugar:0.92g
1.02%
Cholesterol:79.07mg
26.36%
Sodium:177.93mg
7.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.58g
11.16%
Selenium:9.66µg
13.81%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.55%
Phosphorus:96.55mg
9.66%
Calcium:83.57mg
8.36%
Folate:26.83µg
6.71%
Vitamin A:304.1IU
6.08%
Vitamin B12:0.36µg
5.96%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.64%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.23%
Iron:0.79mg
4.41%
Vitamin D:0.62µg
4.1%
Zinc:0.61mg
4.03%
Manganese:0.08mg
3.8%
Vitamin B3:0.63mg
3.14%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
2.98%
Potassium:85.03mg
2.43%
Magnesium:8.88mg
2.22%
Vitamin E:0.3mg
1.99%
Copper:0.03mg
1.59%
Fiber:0.3g
1.22%
Source:My Recipes