Pancetta and Parmesan Puffs

Savory choux pastry bites filled with crispy pancetta and sharp parmesan cheese, baked until golden, crisp, and incredibly moreish.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 55.8 kcals 1395.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 2.6 grams 65.5 grams
Fat 4.2 grams 105.2 grams
Protein 1.8 grams 44.8 grams
Cook Time
30 mins
Produces
25 puffs
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

Dairy
50
g
125
ml
25
g
Parmesan
Finely grated
2
piece
Egg
Free-range
GrainsCereals
Meat
50
g
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Oil
For frying

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 170°C and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  • Heat a small frying pan over medium heat.
  • Melt the butter in a medium pan with the milk over low heat.
  • Fry the pancetta in a drizzle of oil for four minutes until golden.
  • Bring the milk and butter mixture to a boil.
  • Mix grated parmesan, flour, chilli powder, and salt in a bowl.
  • Stir the flour mixture into the boiling milk and beat until it leaves the pan sides.
  • Drain the pancetta on kitchen towels and chop it finely.
  • Beat the eggs into the cooled flour mixture one at a time, then stir in the pancetta.
  • Spoon or pipe 3cm blobs onto the sheets and flatten any peaks with a wet finger.
  • Bake for 25 minutes until the puffs are crisp and golden.