Ingredients
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- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional for extra flavor)
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, blend the melted butter, eggs, and shredded cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Create the dough: Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring until a cohesive dough forms.
- Form the Tribble shapes: Using a spoon or cookie scoop, shape the dough into small, round puffs resembling Tribbles.
- Bake: Place the shaped puffs onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Allow the cheese puffs to cool slightly before serving. For an extra cheesy kick, dip into your favorite sauce.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, skip the cayenne pepper.
- Use vegan cheese and plant-based butter to make a vegan version.
- Add extras like bacon bits or herbs for variation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Sci-Fi Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 puff (about 10 grams)
- Calories: 150 Kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 grams
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 7 grams
- Cholesterol: 35 mg