Baked Wheat Puffs with Cheese and Onions
by Tarla Dalal
Here is a fun-packed snack that will make kids and adults haggle for a larger portion! Roasted puffed wheat is spiced, buttered and baked till it gets tastier and crispier. Then, it is tossed with yummy cheese, crunchy onions and peppy coriander, to make a lovely snack that combines all your favourite textures and flavours.
You should serve the Baked Wheat Puffs with Cheese and Onions immediately after tossing, because the veggies, herbs and cheese will moisten the wheat puffs. However, you can stored the baked puffed wheat separately in an airtight container, to enjoy any time you wish.
This cheesy lip-smacking snack makes a perfect evening tea snack .
Baked Wheat Puffs with Cheese and Onions recipe - How to make Baked Wheat Puffs with Cheese and Onions
Preparation Time: Baking Time: 12 minutes Baking Temperature: 180°C (360°F) Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 4 servings
3 cups roasted puffed wheat
1/2 cup grated processed cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
2 tbsp soft butter
1 tsp chilli powder
salt to taste
1 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
- Method
- Combine the puffed wheat, butter, chilli powder and salt in a deep bowl, mix well using your hands and spread in a baking tray.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°c (360°f) for 7 minutes, while stirring once in between. Cool completely.
- Combine baked puffed wheat, onions, cheese, coriander in a deep bowl and toss well.
- Serve immediately.
| Energy | 87 cal |
| Protein | 2.6 g |
| Carbohydrates | 2.5 g |
| Fiber | 0.1 g |
| Fat | 7.4 g |
| Cholesterol | 25 mg |
| Vitamin A | 271.2 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin C | 2.8 mg |
| Folic Acid | 1 mcg |
| Calcium | 88.1 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 50.7 mg |
| Potassium | 24.4 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
Baked wheat puffs with onion and cheese.. simple and quick snack..recipe.. great for an evening snack.. This is a must try recipe..