Best 3 Havarti Cheese Puff Recipes

Embark on a culinary journey with our exquisite Havarti Cheese Puffs, a delectable treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. These delightful morsels are crafted with a blend of rich Havarti cheese, ensuring a creamy and flavorful experience in every bite. Our curated collection of recipes offers a diverse range of options, catering to various dietary preferences and culinary skills. Whether you prefer classic cheese puffs, gluten-free alternatives, or vegan-friendly variations, we have something for every palate. Prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors and textures as you explore our Havarti Cheese Puff recipes, promising an unforgettable gastronomic adventure.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

HERBED HAVARTI IN PASTRY

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At holiday cocktail parties, I love surprising guests with this impressive Havarti baked inside puff pastry. The wrapped cheese is pleasantly seasoned with herbs and served alongside crackers and fresh fruit.-Darci Truax, Coupeville, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 35m

Yield 16 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1/2 cup dried parsley flakes
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 blocks (8 ounces each) dill Havarti cheese
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten
Coarse salt, optional
Assorted crackers and fresh fruit

Steps:

In a shallow bowl, combine the parsley, thyme, rosemary and oregano. Spread mustard over cheese blocks; roll in herbs to coat. , On a lightly floured surface, roll pastry to about 13 in. long (or long enough to fit cheese blocks end to end). Place cheese on pastry and fold pastry around cheese; trim excess dough. Pinch edges to seal. Place seam side down on an ungreased baking sheet. , Brush pastry with egg. With floured cutters, cut decorative shapes from dough scraps if desired; arrange over the top and brush with egg. Sprinkle with salt if desired. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm with crackers and fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 261mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 8g protein.

BAKED HAVARTI CHEESE

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I love to serve this appetizer with crackers and apple slices. Goes great with white wine. A recipe everyone will ask for. The sweetness of the honey makes this amazing! Super easy to make.

Provided by DanaRae Brouillette

Categories Cheese Appetizers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 4

Ingredients

1 lb havarti cheese in a block, from the deli counter
1 pkg frozen puff pastry, pepperidge farm
1/2 c honey
1/4 c slivered almonds

Steps:

1. Defrost puff pastry sheet. Wrap havarti cheese in puff pastry sheet, place seam down on baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
2. Bake at 325 for 25-30 minutes or until puff pastry is golden brown. Remove and place on serving platter.
3. Drizzle honey, coating entire puff pastry. Sprinkle slivered almonds on top.
4. To serve I place crackers and apple slices around the puff pastry. Put knife along the side for cutting off wedges or slices of baked havarti.

CHEESE PUFFS

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"I found this recipe in one of my mother's old cookbooks and updated the flavor by adding cayenne and mustard," recalls Jamie Wetter of Boscobel, Wisconsin. "Tasty and quick for this busy season, these tender, golden puffs go together in minutes and simply disappear at parties!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup water
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1-1/4 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

In a large saucepan, bring the water, butter, salt and cayenne to a boil. Add flour all at once and stir until a smooth ball forms. Remove from the heat; let stand for 5 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Continue beating until mixture is smooth and shiny. Stir in Gruyere and mustard. , Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 in. apart onto greased baking sheets. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Bake at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm or cold.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 68 calories, Fat 4g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 120mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 4g protein.

Tips:

Use room temperature ingredients. This will help the cheese puff batter come together smoothly and evenly.
Be careful not to overmix the batter. Overmixing will make the cheese puffs tough.
Use a piping bag to pipe the batter into the muffin tins. This will help you create evenly sized cheese puffs.
Bake the cheese puffs until they are golden brown and puffed up. This will take about 15-20 minutes.
Serve the cheese puffs warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Havarti cheese puffs are a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. They are cheesy, fluffy, and with a hint of garlicky flavor. Plus, they can be made ahead of time and reheated when you are ready to serve. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy appetizer, give these Havarti cheese puffs a try. You won't be disappointed!