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Cacio e Pepe Cheese Puffs

Name: Cacio e Pepe Cheese Puffs
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 9-10 puffs
Ingredients: 6 tbsp Krusteaz® Buttermilk Pancake Mix; 3 tbsp Vegetable oil; 7 tbsp Water; 1 Egg; 4 tbsp Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, grated (for batter); ¼ tsp Freshly ground pepper; 3 tbsp Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)

Delight in the bold flavors of our Cacio e Pepe Cheese Puffs recipe. Inspired by the classic Roman pasta, these puffs are a crispy, cheesy joy with every bite infused with sharp Pecorino Romano and a punch of cracked black pepper. Perfect for entertaining or as a deliciously savory snack, these golden bites are a must-try for cheese enthusiasts and flavor seekers alike.

PREP

10 mins

TOTAL TIME

30 mins

SERVINGS

9-10 puffs

6 tbsp Krusteaz® Buttermilk Pancake Mix

3 tbsp Vegetable oil

7 tbsp Water

1 Egg

4 tbsp Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, grated (for batter)

¼ tsp Freshly ground pepper

3 tbsp Pecorino Romano or Parmesan cheese, grated (for topping)

STEP 1

Heat oven to 350°F.

STEP 2

In microwave safe bowl, mix together oil, water and pancake mix. Microwave uncovered on HIGH for 30 seconds.

STEP 3

Stir mixture and return to microwave, heating on HIGH for an additional 45 seconds.

STEP 4

Remove from microwave and mix in egg, 4 tablespoons cheese and ground pepper.

STEP 5

Scoop batter by rounded tablespoons and place 1 inch apart onto parchment-lined baking sheet. For best results, chill puffs 20 minutes before baking.

STEP 6

Sprinkle ½ teaspoon cheese over top of each puff.

STEP 7

Bake 27-32 minutes (if not chilling, reduce bake time to 20-25 minutes).

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