Pepper Jack Puffs

Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistibly cheesy Pepper Jack Puffs! Perfectly golden and delightfully airy, these savory bites combine the creamy, slightly spicy richness of shredded Pepper Jack cheese with a hint of heat from crushed red pepper flakes and a blend of bold seasonings like garlic powder and black pepper. Made from a simple choux pastry base, these puffs come together quickly with minimal effort, requiring just 15 minutes of prep time. Baked to perfection in under half an hour, they’re ideal for parties, game-day snacks, or an elevated brunch spread. Serve these Pepper Jack Puffs warm to wow your guests with their cheesy, spicy charm!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup water
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 piece large eggs
• 1.5 cups Pepper Jack cheese, shredded
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and add the flour all at once. Stir vigorously with a wooden spoon or spatula until the mixture forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the saucepan, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and let the dough cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Once the dough has cooled slightly, beat in the eggs one at a time. Make sure each egg is fully incorporated before adding the next. The dough should become smooth and glossy.

Step 6

Fold in the shredded Pepper Jack cheese, crushed red pepper flakes, garlic powder, and black pepper until evenly combined.

Step 7

Using a spoon or small cookie scoop, drop tablespoon-sized mounds of dough onto the prepared baking sheets, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the puffs are golden brown and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven door during baking to prevent deflation.

Step 9

Remove the Pepper Jack Puffs from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your cheesy, spicy Pepper Jack Puffs!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(788.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1729.4

Total Fat 117.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 64.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 1018mg	0%
Sodium 2378.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 102.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 73.0g	0%

Vitamin D 196IU	0%
Calcium 1358.8mg	0%
Iron 10.4mg	0%
Potassium 552.6mg	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: 60.0%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 23.4%