Description
These Baked Garlic Parmesan Puffs are crispy, cheesy, and full of delicious garlic flavor. They make the perfect appetizer, side dish, or snack for any occasion. With a light, airy texture and a golden crust, these puffs are easy to make and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (240 ml) water
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup (130 g) all-purpose flour
- 4 large eggs
- ½ cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven
- Set your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Dough
- In a saucepan, bring water, butter, and salt to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and add the flour all at once, stirring constantly until the dough forms a ball.
- Cool the Dough
- Remove the pan from heat and let the dough cool for 5 minutes.
- Incorporate the Eggs
- Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition until smooth.
- Add the Flavorings
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- Shape the Puffs
- Drop tablespoon-sized portions of dough onto the baking sheet, spacing them 1 inch apart.
- Bake to Perfection
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffy.
- Garnish and Serve
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 5 minutes to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired