Fluffy Herbed Appetizer Puffs

Fluffy Herbed Appetizer Puffs
50 min.
30
35kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary adventure with our Fluffy Herbed Appetizer Puffs! Perfect for any gathering, these light and airy bites are sure to impress your guests and tantalize their taste buds. With a preparation time of just 50 minutes, you can whip up a batch of 30 delicious puffs that are not only visually appealing but also bursting with flavor.

Imagine the aroma of freshly baked puffs wafting through your kitchen, enticing everyone to gather around. The combination of rich Parmesan cheese and fragrant herbs like chives and basil creates a savory experience that elevates these puffs from simple snacks to gourmet appetizers. Each bite is a perfect balance of crispy exterior and fluffy interior, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion.

Whether you're hosting a festive party, a casual get-together, or simply looking for a tasty snack, these Fluffy Herbed Appetizer Puffs are the ideal choice. They pair wonderfully with a variety of dips and drinks, making them a versatile addition to your antipasti platter. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your friends and family with this delightful recipe that is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup water 
  • 0.3 cup butter 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  •  eggs 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese grated
  • tablespoons chives fresh finely chopped
  • tablespoons basil fresh finely chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • knife

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425°F. Line 2 cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper. In 2-quart saucepan, heat water, butter and salt to rolling boil over medium heat. When butter is melted, remove from heat; stir in flour all at once until blended.
  2. Return to medium heat; cook 1 to 1 1/2 minutes, stirring constantly, until dough forms a ball and leaves a slight film on side of pan.
  3. Remove from heat; stir in eggs, one at a time, stirring until thoroughly mixed. Stir in Parmesan cheese, chives and basil. On cookie sheets, drop by heaping teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart into 1 1/4-inch mounds, making 30 mounds.
  4. Bake about 20 minutes or until golden brown and set.
  5. Remove from oven; with tip of sharp knife, make small slit in side of each puff to allow steam to escape.
  6. Bake 5 to 8 minutes longer or until dry and firm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories35kcal
Protein13.29%
Fat57.3%
Carbs29.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.33
Glycemic Load
1.73
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.1295651994322%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:34.87kcal
1.74%
Fat:2.21g
3.4%
Saturated Fat:0.59g
3.67%
Carbohydrates:2.55g
0.85%
Net Carbohydrates:2.46g
0.89%
Sugar:0.03g
0.03%
Cholesterol:17.09mg
5.7%
Sodium:77.8mg
3.38%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.15g
2.3%
Selenium:2.7µg
3.86%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.32%
Vitamin A:114.37IU
2.29%
Folate:8.16µg
2.04%
Phosphorus:18mg
1.8%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.79%
Iron:0.23mg
1.3%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.28%
Calcium:11.49mg
1.15%