Bacon Cheese Puffs
Bacon Cheese Puffs are crispy, cheesy, and packed with savory bacon flavor, making them a perfect appetizer or snack. These bite-sized golden puffs feature a flaky puff pastry exterior with a gooey cheese and crunchy bacon filling, ready in under 30 minutes and highly customizable to suit any taste or dietary preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Total Time: 25-30 minutes
- Yield: 12-16 puffs (depending on size) 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free puff pastry)
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 4–6 slices of cooked crispy bacon, chopped
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated (or a cheese blend as preferred)
- 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
- 1 large egg, beaten (for egg wash)
Optional Additions
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- Optional herbs: rosemary or thyme, finely chopped
- Optional spicy additions: finely chopped jalapeños or chili flakes
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Cook bacon until crispy, then chop into small pieces. Grate the cheese and let the puff pastry thaw to room temperature.
- Assemble the puffs: Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into small squares or rectangles. Sprinkle the bacon and cheese evenly over half of each square, then fold the pastry over and seal the edges to enclose the filling.
- Apply egg wash: Brush each puff generously with the beaten egg to give a shiny, golden finish and help the pastry set.
- Bake until golden: Place the puffs on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.
- Cool and serve: Let the puffs cool on a wire rack for a few minutes before serving to maintain the crispy exterior and gooey cheese center.
Notes
- Keep pastry cold: Handle puff pastry with cold hands or chill if it softens to maintain flakiness.
- Don’t overfill: Use just enough cheese and bacon to prevent leaking or soggy pastry.
- Cut dough into even sizes for consistent baking and presentation.
- Use quality thick-cut or smoked bacon for best flavor.
- Brush puffs generously with egg wash for enhanced color and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0.5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: bacon cheese puffs, bacon snacks, puff pastry appetizers, cheesy bacon bites, party snacks
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