Little Caesars Crazy Puffs Recipe
Little Caesars Crazy Puffs are a quick and easy cheesy snack that delivers crispy, golden-brown puffs filled with gooey mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. Perfect for parties, movie nights, or anytime cravings, this recipe uses simple pantry staples to create irresistible bite-sized treats baked to perfection and served with marinara dipping sauce.
- Author: Kathy
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings (about 8-10 puffs) 1x
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian, can be made Gluten Free by using gluten-free biscuit dough
Base
- 1 can refrigerated biscuit dough (about 8 biscuits)
Cheese Filling
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Topping and Dipping
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted, for brushing)
- Marinara sauce (for serving)
- Prepare the Dough: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Open the refrigerated biscuit dough and separate the biscuits. Flatten each biscuit into a rough 1/4 inch thick circle using your hands or a rolling pin to create enough surface area for the filling.
- Add the Cheese Filling: Place a generous pinch of shredded mozzarella and some grated Parmesan cheese in the center of each flattened biscuit. Sprinkle garlic powder and Italian seasoning over the cheese to enhance the flavor.
- Shape the Puffs: Fold each dough circle over the cheese filling and pinch the edges tightly to seal. Then, gently roll and shape the sealed dough into small puffs or balls, ensuring no cheese escapes during baking.
- Bake Until Golden: Arrange the puffs spaced evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops lightly with melted butter for a golden finish. Bake for 12-15 minutes until the puffs expand and turn golden brown.
- Serve Warm with Marinara: Remove from the oven and allow to cool for a couple minutes. Serve warm with a bowl of marinara sauce for dipping, enjoying the contrast of melted cheese and tangy tomato sauce.
Notes
- Seal the dough edges firmly to prevent cheese from leaking out during baking.
- Use cheese at room temperature for better melting inside the dough pockets.
- Make each puff about the same size for even baking and consistent snacks.
- Brush melted butter before and after baking for an enhanced golden crust and added flavor.
- Leave enough space between puffs on the baking sheet to allow them to expand.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 puffs (approx.)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Cheesy snack, bite-sized puffs, party appetizer, Little Caesars copycat, mozzarella puffs, quick snack