Feather Light Cheddar-Ranch Puffs

By á-24734

Ingredients

• 1 Pkg. Active Dry Yeast (2 1/2 tsp.)
• 1/4 Cup Warm Water (105-115 degrees(
• 3 Cups Flour
• 1 Tbs. Baking Powder
• 1/4 tsp. Baking Soda
• 1 tsp. Salt
• 1 Pkg. (1 oz.) Ranch Dressing Mix
• 1/2 Cup Cold Butter
• 1/2 Cup (8 medium) Green Onions, thinly sliced
• 2 Cups (8 oz.) Cheddar Cheese, shredded
• 1 lb. Bacon, cooked, crumbled
• 1 1/4 Cups Buttermilk

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oven to 400 degrees. Line cookie sheet with parchment paper; spray paper with non-stick cooking spray. In small bowl, mix yeast and warm water; set aside. In large bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt and dressing mix. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or knife, until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. In small microwavable bowl, place onions. Cover with plastic wrap, folding back one side to vent; microwave on High 30 seconds. Cool slightly, about 2 minutes. Add cheese and bacon to flour mixture; toss until well coated. Stir in yeast mixture, onions, and buttermilk all at once until soft dough forms. Drop dough by 1/3 cupfuls 2-3 inches apart onto cookie sheets. Bake 14-18 minutes or until puffed and light golden brown. Serve warm with additional butter, if desired.