Ohhh YES 😍 ONION CHEESE PUFFS — crispy outside, fluffy inside, loaded with cheesy onion flavor. Total snack magic.
Onion Cheese Puffs
Ingredients (makes ~20 puffs)
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1 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or mix)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped or grated
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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1 tsp baking powder
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½ tsp salt
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¼ tsp black pepper
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1 egg
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½ cup milk
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Oil for frying
Optional add-ins: garlic powder, paprika, chopped chives, chili flakes
Instructions
1️⃣ Prep batter
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In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
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Stir in cheese and onion.
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Add egg and milk; mix until thick, spoonable batter forms.
2️⃣ Heat oil
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Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C / 340–355°F.
3️⃣ Fry
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Drop spoonfuls of batter into hot oil.
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Fry 2–3 minutes, turning, until golden and puffed.
4️⃣ Drain & serve
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Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Serve hot.
Oven-Baked Option (Lighter)
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Preheat oven to 200°C / 400°F.
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Spoon batter onto lined baking tray.
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Brush lightly with oil.
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Bake 15–18 minutes, until golden.
Pro Tips
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🧅 Squeeze grated onion slightly to remove excess moisture.
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🧀 Use sharp cheese for bold flavor.
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🔥 Don’t overcrowd oil — keeps puffs airy.
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🥣 Batter should be thick, not runny.
Serving Ideas
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With sour cream or garlic yogurt dip
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As a party appetizer
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Alongside soups or salads
If you want, I can also give you:
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Ultra-cheesy stuffed onion puffs
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Air-fryer version
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3-ingredient quick puffs