Description

Golden, crispy, and irresistibly cheesy, these homemade cheese puffs are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Whether you’re hunting for quick breakfast ideas, an easy dinner side, or a healthy snack alternative that still hits the comfort food mark, these airy bites have you covered. Made with simple ingredients like flour, eggs, butter, and cheese, this easy recipe delivers maximum flavor with minimal fuss. The puffs are baked, not fried, and pair beautifully with soups, salads, or even served solo as an appetizer. If you’re looking for easy food ideas or quick recipes that taste like they took all day, these cheese puffs will not disappoint.

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1 cup whole milk
4 large eggs
1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese (or mix of Gruyère and cheddar)
1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder or paprika

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a saucepan, heat milk, butter, and salt over medium heat until it just begins to simmer.
Remove from heat and stir in the flour all at once. Mix vigorously until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Let the dough cool for 5 minutes.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each until the dough is smooth and glossy.
Fold in the grated cheese and any optional seasonings.
Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1.5 inches apart.
Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden brown and puffed.
Serve warm or cool on a rack for later use.