Description
Green chile cheese squares offer a zesty southwestern twist on traditional appetizers. Cheesy, spicy bites provide quick comfort that welcomes guests at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (4 oz/113 g) cans diced green chiles, drained
- 2 cups (480 ml/16 fl oz) shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups (480 ml/16 fl oz) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup (240 ml/8 fl oz) milk
- 1 cup (120 g/4.2 oz) all-purpose flour
- ½ cup (120 ml/4 fl oz) melted butter
- 4 large eggs
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Oven Preparation: Calibrate oven to 350°F and generously lubricate a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Egg Transformation: Whip eggs into a light, voluminous froth using dynamic whisking techniques.
- Cheese Integration: Fold Monterey Jack and cheddar cheeses into the aerated eggs, creating a seamless dairy fusion.
- Dry Ingredient Fusion: Sift flour, baking powder, and salt together, ensuring a lump-free powder mixture.
- Batter Construction: Gently merge dry ingredients with egg-cheese blend, incorporating milk and melted butter with minimal stirring to preserve delicate texture.
- Chile Distribution: Sprinkle green chiles evenly throughout the batter, infusing the mixture with vibrant, zesty undertones.
- Baking Process: Pour batter into prepared dish, smoothing the surface for uniform culinary development. Bake for 35-45 minutes until the top achieves a golden, firm complexion.
- Serving Presentation: Allow the baked creation to cool briefly, then slice into individual squares. Serve warm to maximize the rich, cheese-laden experience and highlight the chile’s robust flavor profile.
Notes
- Precise Oven Calibration: Ensure your oven temperature is accurate using an oven thermometer to prevent uneven baking or over-browning of the cheese squares.
- Cheese Selection Strategy: Use freshly grated cheese for better melting and more robust flavor compared to pre-shredded varieties with anti-caking agents.
- Gentle Mixing Technique: Minimize stirring when combining ingredients to maintain a light, tender texture and prevent tough, dense squares.
- Chile Distribution Tip: Pat green chiles dry before adding to prevent excess moisture that could compromise the batter’s consistency and baking performance.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 377
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 563 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 19 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 153 mg