Kaassoufflé

A kaassoufflé is a delectable Dutch snack that consists of melted cheese enveloped in a thin dough wrap, which is then breaded and deep-fried to perfection. It's a beloved vegetarian fast-food treat in the Netherlands, often available at snack bars or purchased frozen for home preparation. You can even find them in vending machines at some fast-food spots.

This savory snack is a popular choice at informal gatherings known as "borrels" and comes in various shapes and sizes, including bite-sized mini versions. While cheese is the classic filling, kaassoufflés can also come stuffed with additions like ham, spinach, and other flavorful ingredients. For a somewhat healthier variant, they can be oven-baked instead of deep-fried. Despite its name, a kaassoufflé bears little resemblance to a traditional soufflé.

People enjoy kaassoufflés either on their own or as a filling inside a bun. They are often accompanied by condiments such as mustard, mayonnaise, regular ketchup, or curried ketchup. Interestingly, this snack has Indonesian roots, akin to fritters known as gorengan.