Melt-in-Your-Mouth Garlic Cheese Puffs
A sumptuous blend of molten cheeses enveloped in golden buttermilk dough, delicately infused with a rich garlic-butter sauce and finished with aromatic herbs. These bites offer a decadent snack experience ideal for gatherings or indulgent cravings.
Ingredients
- ¼ teaspoon of salt
- 2 tablespoons of butter
- ½ cup of shredded Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup of white wine
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- 20 mozzarella fresca ciliegine or mozzarella cubes
- Additional salt and basil to taste
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 cans of buttermilk biscuits non-flaky
- 6 cloves of garlic finely minced
- 3 tablespoons of olive oil
Instructions
- Flatten each biscuit until thin and pliable. Encapsulate one mozzarella ball or cube within the dough, sealing the edges to form a compact stuffed ball.
- Warm the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, then sauté the minced garlic alongside the crushed red pepper flakes until they emit a rich aroma. Incorporate the butter, white wine, and salt, blending to create a savory garlic-butter coating. Immerse the stuffed dough balls in this mixture to ensure even coverage.
- Place the coated dough balls into a muffin tin, allocating one per cup to retain their shape during baking.
- Combine the shredded mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses in a bowl. Heap this cheese mixture generously atop each dough ball.
- Set the oven to 450°F (232°C). Bake the cheese puffs for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the tops turn an appealing golden brown.
- Once baked, brush the warm puffs with any leftover garlic-butter mixture. Garnish with a light sprinkle of salt and chopped basil for enhanced flavor. Serve immediately to savor their irresistible, gooey center.
Notes
For a gluten-free variation, select certified gluten-free buttermilk biscuits. This substitution allows those with dietary restrictions to enjoy these flavorful bites, preserving the luscious blend of cheese and garlic while ensuring inclusivity.