Cheesy Garlic Puff Balls

Cheesy Garlic Puff Balls sound delicious! Here’s a simple recipe to make them:

Ingredients:

• 1 sheet puff pastry (store-bought or homemade)
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 3 cloves garlic, minced (or 1 tsp garlic powder)
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Use a knife or pizza cutter to slice it into small squares, about 2×2 inches.

3. Mix the cheese and garlic: In a bowl, combine the shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. You can also add some finely chopped parsley for extra flavor if you like.

4. Assemble the puff balls: Place a small spoonful of the cheese-garlic mixture in the center of each pastry square. Fold the corners of each square towards the center to form a small ball, pinching the edges together.

5. Brush with butter: Place the puff balls on the prepared baking sheet. Brush each one with the melted butter to help them crisp up and get golden.

6. Egg wash (optional): For an extra glossy finish, beat the egg and brush it over the puff balls before baking.

7. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until the puff balls are golden brown and puffed up.

8. Serve: Let them cool for a minute, and then enjoy these cheesy, garlicky bites! You can also serve them with a marinara dipping sauce if you like.

Perfect for a party or snack time! Would you tweak anything in the recipe or add any other flavors?