Spelt Puffs with Basil flavoured Cheese Filling

Name: Spelt Puffs with Basil flavoured Cheese Filling
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 50 g butter; 150 g fine spelt flour; 4 eggs; 150 g farmer cheese; ¼ cup whipped cream; basil leaves; 12 clove pressed garlic, juice from; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1 -2 teaspoon lemon juice; 250 ml water

Servings: persons

1
Bring 250 ml salted water to he boil with the butter.
2
Tip in he spelt flour and stir vigorously until the batter has thickened and is pulling away from the sides and bottom of the pan.
3
Remove the pan from the heat.
4
Slowly stir in the eggs.
5
The dough should stick to the mixing spoon.
6
Cover a baking tray with parchment paper.
7
With an icing bag pipe small balls of dough on to the parchment paper.
8
Preheat the oven to 375 deg F and bake for about 20 minutes.
9
Do NOT open the oven door while baking.
10
Then mix the farmer's cheese and the cream together.
11
chop he basil finely and add to the cheese and cream, then add the garlic juice.
12
Season to taste with the coarse salt and lemon juice.
13
Leave the pastry puffs to cool.
14
slit each one open and fill with the cheese mixture and replace any dough that has been removed once they are full.

592

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 50 g butter, 150 g fine spelt flour, 4 eggs, 150 g farmer cheese, and more.

Yes, Spelt Puffs with Basil flavoured Cheese Filling falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!