To enjoy the rich taste of this cheese, you need to try out this Savory Cheddar Cheese Cookies, which make a delightful combo of pungent cheddar flavor and spongy butter texture. These cookies are made from a dough that comprises flour, butter, and sharp cheddar cheese finely grated result in an unctuous base that is equally flavorful and crumbly. The dough is then seasoned with a pinch of garlic powder plus paprika and some cayenne pepper for slight heat before being rolled into rounds or cut into other shapes and baked until they change to golden brown color. What is left behind after baking are crispy savory cookies made with rich cheddar cheese combined with buttery essence perfect as snacks thus ideal for biting together with soups and salads. As either tasty bites between meals or as small side dishes, these Savory Cheddar Cheese Cookies are so tempting they cannot be resisted due to their addictive cheesy factor.
Ingredients:
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp paprika
Instructions:
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Then, combine flour, cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a medium bowl.
Once softened butter is added into the dry ingredients mix until dough is formed.
Subsequently roll dough into small balls and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Reduce each ball size by pressing it using a fork.
The cookies are then baked in an oven that has been preheated for 12-15 minutes or until they become light brownish golden in color.
Finally allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve as delightful salty cookies different from other desserts.