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Flamin Hot Pumpkin Biscuit Bites Recipe

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4.9 from 96 reviews
  • Author: Jack
  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 24 biscuit bites 1x

Description

These Flamin Hot Pumpkin Biscuit Bites are a spicy and savory treat combining the warm flavors of pumpkin and sharp cheddar cheese with a fiery Flamin Hot Cheetos crust. Perfect as a bold snack or appetizer, these biscuit bites offer a unique twist on traditional biscuits with a crunchy, spicy exterior and a soft, cheesy interior.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 3/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted (for brushing)

Coating

  • 2 cups Flamin Hot Cheetos, crushed into fine crumbs

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and optional cayenne pepper to ensure they are well distributed.
  3. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed unsalted butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingertips to incorporate the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized pieces.
  4. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese evenly throughout the crumb mixture.
  5. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the canned pumpkin puree and buttermilk until the mixture is smooth and blended.
  6. Combine Mixtures: Pour the pumpkin and buttermilk mixture into the dry ingredients. Gently fold the ingredients together just until combined, taking care not to overmix to maintain tender biscuits.
  7. Portion and Shape Dough: Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll each into a ball with your hands.
  8. Apply Flamin Hot Crust: Roll each dough ball thoroughly in the crushed Flamin Hot Cheetos crumbs, ensuring they are completely coated for a spicy and crunchy crust.
  9. Arrange on Sheet: Place the coated dough balls on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart to allow for expansion.
  10. Brush with Butter: Lightly brush the tops of each biscuit ball with melted unsalted butter using a pastry brush, which helps promote browning and adds flavor.
  11. Bake: Bake the biscuit bites in the preheated oven for 16 to 18 minutes, or until they are golden brown and set.
  12. Cool and Serve: Let the biscuit bites cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving to allow them to set and be easier to handle.

Notes

  • For extra heat, keep the cayenne pepper in the dough mixture; omit it for a milder version.
  • Make sure the butter for the dough is cold to achieve a flaky biscuit texture.
  • Use fresh crushed Flamin Hot Cheetos for the best crunchy coating; pulse them finely but avoid turning into powder.
  • If you don’t have buttermilk, you can substitute with milk mixed with 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar, let sit for 5 minutes.
  • Serve the biscuit bites warm for best flavor and texture.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Flamin Hot Cheetos, pumpkin, biscuit bites, spicy appetizer, cheddar cheese biscuits, snack, baking

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