Cheese Puto

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and baking powder. Mix well.

Step 2

Add eggs on at a time and using an electric mixer, beat after each addition.

Step 3

Add milk and beat until smooth.

Step 4

Add water and continue to beat until batter is thin and smooth.

Step 5

Add butter and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.

Step 6

Add 3/4 of the cheese and stir until combined.

Step 7

Fill molds with batter up to 3/4 full. Arrange molds in a single layer on steamer rack and place over steamer.

Step 8

Steam for about 8 to 10 minutes or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Step 9

Turn off heat and top each puto with the remaining 1/4 cup of cheese. Cover for about 1 minute to allow the residual heat to melt cheese.

Step 10

Allow to slightly cool before removing from molds.