Easy Brazilian Cheese Puffs

There are a number of other Brazilian Cheese Puff Recipes out there but most of them use a starch and Parmesan cheese. This is a great variation that is a bit easier to make than the traditional puffs.

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  large  egg whites
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄2-1  cup swiss cheese, grated
• 1⁄2 cup  dry breadcrumbs
•  oil (for frying)
• 1⁄2 cup parsley, finely chopped

Directions

1. Beat egg whites and salt until stiff.
2. Add enough cheese to allow mixture to be handled as dough. Roll into balls the size of a walnut. Coat with bread crumbs.
3. Fry in hot oil, drain on paper towels.
4. Sprinkle with parsley and serve hot.