Blue Cheese Wafers
Elevate your snacking game with these irresistibly savory Blue Cheese Wafers, a perfect balance of sharp, tangy blue cheese and buttery, melt-in-your-mouth goodness. These delicate wafers come together effortlessly with a handful of pantry staples like all-purpose flour, butter, and a touch of cayenne pepper for a subtle, spicy kick. Customize the flavor profile with optional add-ins like fresh chives for an herby note or finely chopped pecans for a hint of crunch. Ideal as an appetizer, light snack, or an elegant accompaniment to soups and salads, these wafers can be prepped in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under 12. Impress your guests with this easy, yet sophisticated creation, and enjoy the compliments! Keywords: blue cheese wafers, savory snacks, easy appetizers, buttery crackers, gourmet finger foods, homemade cheese wafers.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 0.75 cup Blue cheese, crumbled
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh chives (optional)
- 0.25 cup Pecans, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and crumbled blue cheese. Mix with a hand mixer or wooden spoon until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
Add the all-purpose flour, salt, and cayenne pepper to the bowl. Stir until the dry ingredients are fully incorporated, forming a soft dough.
If desired, mix in the chopped fresh chives and finely chopped pecans for added flavor and texture.
Divide the dough into two portions. Roll each portion into a log approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) in diameter. Wrap each log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to firm up.
Once chilled, remove the dough logs from the refrigerator and slice into 1/4-inch (0.6 cm) thick rounds using a sharp knife.
Place the rounds on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch (2.5 cm) apart. They will spread slightly during baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the wafers are lightly golden around the edges.
Remove the wafers from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the blue cheese wafers as a snack or alongside soups and salads. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
78 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.1 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.3 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 14 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 23 mg | 0% | |
*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.
