Surprise Cheese Puffs

Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these irresistible Surprise Cheese Puffs! These golden, buttery delights feature a fluffy choux pastry base, infused with sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese for a flavor-packed bite. But the real magic happens when you take your first bite and discover the gooey, molten mozzarella center hiding inside—truly a cheesy surprise! With a hint of garlic and a pinch of black pepper for added depth, these puffs are the perfect appetizer or snack to impress your guests. Ready in under an hour, these easy-to-make cheese puffs are baked to perfection, ensuring a light and airy texture that pairs beautifully with their indulgent cheesy core. Serve them fresh from the oven for the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup butter
• 1 cup water
• 4 large eggs
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 12 pieces small mozzarella cubes

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Reduce the heat to low and quickly stir in the flour using a wooden spoon. Stir continuously for about 2-3 minutes until the mixture forms a smooth dough and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

Step 4

Transfer the dough to a mixing bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Using a hand mixer or stand mixer, 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 and glossy.

Step 6

Stir in the cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper until well-distributed.

Step 7

Scoop a tablespoon of dough and flatten it slightly in your hand. Place a small cube of mozzarella in the center, then wrap the dough around it to form a ball. Repeat for the remaining dough.

Step 8

Place the dough balls onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart.

Step 9

Bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the cheese puffs are golden and puffed up. Avoid opening the oven during baking to prevent them from collapsing.

Step 10

Allow the cheese puffs to cool slightly before serving. The centers will be melty, cheesy surprises!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(363g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	436.8

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1189.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 91.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 30.7mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 128.6mg	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: 2.5%

Protein: 11.6%

Carbs: 85.8%