Blue Cheese Walnut Wafers
Elevate your next gathering with these irresistibly savory Blue Cheese Walnut Wafers, a sophisticated blend of tangy blue cheese, buttery richness, and nutty walnut crunch. Perfectly balanced with a hint of black pepper and optional cayenne for a subtle kick, these melt-in-your-mouth wafers are an ideal appetizer or snack for cheese lovers. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a quick bake, they’re easy to make yet utterly impressive. Slice-and-bake convenience meets gourmet indulgence, making them perfect for serving alongside a charcuterie board or as a standalone treat at your next wine night. Store leftovers (if there are any!) for up to five days to enjoy these savory bites anytime.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 113 grams blue cheese
- 113 grams unsalted butter
- 120 grams all-purpose flour
- 60 grams walnuts
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.125 teaspoons optional: cayenne pepper for spice
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a mixing bowl, cream together the blue cheese and unsalted butter until smooth using a hand mixer or stand mixer.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper, mixing until a dough begins to form.
If using cayenne pepper for a hint of spice, mix it in now.
Fold in the chopped walnuts using a spatula until evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Place the dough onto a sheet of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Shape it into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap the dough tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm enough to slice.
Once chilled, remove the dough from the refrigerator and slice it into 1/4-inch thick rounds using a sharp knife.
Arrange the rounds on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a bit of space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the wafers cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the Blue Cheese Walnut Wafers at room temperature as a snack, appetizer, or alongside your favorite cheese board. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2054 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 169.6 g | 217% | |
| Saturated Fat | 81.5 g | 408% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 29.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 335 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 2499 mg | 109% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 102.9 g | 37% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 46.6 g | 93% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 699 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 7.8 mg | 43% | |
| Potassium | 719 mg | 15% | |
*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.
