Chili Cheese Puffs

Perfect for parties, game nights, or an irresistible snack, these Chili Cheese Puffs are a savory, flavor-packed twist on classic gougères. Featuring a blend of sharp cheddar and Parmesan, along with a kick of finely diced fresh jalapeño and the smoky warmth of paprika, these golden-brown bites are crispy on the outside and satisfyingly cheesy on the inside. The choux pastry dough ensures a light and airy texture, while simple ingredients like garlic powder and black pepper elevate the flavor profile. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds and impress your guests. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing treat that disappears fast!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 4 pieces Large eggs
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 piece Fresh jalapeño, finely diced
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the water, milk, butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until the butter is completely melted and the mixture begins to simmer.

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low, add the flour to the saucepan, and stir vigorously with a wooden spoon until the mixture forms a smooth dough that pulls away from the sides of the pan. Continue stirring for about 2 minutes to cook out some of the raw flour taste.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a large mixing bowl and let it cool slightly, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer with the paddle attachment, beat the eggs into the dough one at a time, ensuring each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The dough should become smooth, glossy, and slightly stretchy.

Step 6

Fold in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, diced jalapeño, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Using a small cookie scoop or two spoons, drop tablespoon-sized dollops of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 2 inches of space between each puff.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown, crisp, and fully cooked through.

Step 9

Remove from the oven and let the puffs cool slightly on the baking sheets before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(770.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1733.0

Total Fat 115.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 1022.6mg	0%
Sodium 2582.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 77.4g	0%

Vitamin D 237.7IU	0%
Calcium 1327.2mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 805.5mg	0%

*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: 58.3%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 24.3%