Almond Cheddar Appetizers
Elevate your next gathering with these irresistible Almond Cheddar Appetizers—bite-sized delights that are as elegant as they are easy to make. Featuring a rich blend of sharp Cheddar cheese, buttery dough, and a pinch of cayenne pepper for subtle heat, these savory snacks are topped with beautifully arranged slivered almonds for a decorative crunch. Ready in under 30 minutes, these golden, melt-in-your-mouth discs are perfect as a party appetizer or an indulgent savory treat. With their crisp exterior and cheesy, nutty flavor profile, they’re guaranteed to impress your guests. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a crowd-pleasing, gourmet-style bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Plain flour
- 0.5 cup Butter (softened)
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
- 1 cup Slivered almonds
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded Cheddar cheese, softened butter, and salt. Mix until well blended.
Gradually add the plain flour and cayenne pepper to the cheese mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
Shape small teaspoon-sized portions of the dough into balls using your hands. Flatten each ball slightly to form small discs.
Press a few slivered almonds onto the top of each disc, arranging them decoratively.
Place the discs onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the cheese is bubbly.
Remove the appetizers from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a savory snack or party appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 235.9 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 113.6 g | 568% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 2706 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 132.3 g | 48% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.8 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 98.6 g | 197% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 1933 mg | 149% | |
| Iron | 12.8 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1410 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
