Trinidad and Tobago is a country known for its diverse and flavorful cuisine. One popular snack that can be found in most local bakeries and cafes are cheese puffs, or as they are locally known, cheese eclairs. These small, bite-sized pastries are filled with a creamy cheese paste that is both savory and satisfying. While the recipe may seem simple, the secret to a great cheese paste filling is in the ingredients and technique. To make the cheese paste filling for puffs, you will need cream cheese, butter, grated cheddar cheese, mustard, and a touch of salt and pepper.
The cream cheese and butter should be at room temperature, which will make them easier to mix together. Once the cream cheese and butter are combined, the grated cheddar cheese is added, followed by the mustard and seasonings. It is important to mix the ingredients thoroughly to ensure that the cheese paste is smooth and free of lumps. The paste is then spooned into the hollowed-out puffs and topped with a sprinkle of paprika for added color and flavor. With this simple recipe, you too can enjoy the delicious taste of Trinidadian cheese puffs in the comfort of your own home.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Course: Spreads
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated cheese
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 2 tsp. pepper sauce
- 2 tbsp. mayonnaise reduced fat
- 2 tbsp. mustard
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
Instructions
- Add the cheese and grated carrot. Then add the butter, mayonnaise, pepper, mustard. Mix thoroughly into a smooth paste.
Simply blend together all the ingredients.
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Cheese Puff Filling
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated cheese
- 1/2 cup butter unsalted
- 2 tsp. pepper sauce
- 2 tbsp. mayonnaise reduced fat
- 2 tbsp. mustard
- 1/2 cup grated carrot
Instructions
- Add the cheese and grated carrot. Then add the butter, mayonnaise, pepper, mustard. Mix thoroughly into a smooth paste.
