Buttery Cheese Wafers
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Buttery Cheese Wafers—crispy, savory bites made with rich salted butter and sharp cheddar cheese for maximum flavor. This easy-to-make recipe combines everyday ingredients like all-purpose flour and a touch of paprika, with an optional cayenne pepper kick for those who love a bit of heat. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 12 minutes, these savory wafers are an elegant snack for entertaining or an indulgent pairing with your favorite glass of wine. With minimal prep and a melt-in-your-mouth texture, these cheesy wafers are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Serve them as appetizers, alongside soups, or simply enjoy them as a luxurious homemade treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 120 grams Salted butter, softened
- 180 grams Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 120 grams All-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened butter and shredded sharp cheddar cheese. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix until smooth and well blended.
Gradually add the all-purpose flour, ground paprika, and optional cayenne pepper (if using) to the butter-cheese mixture. Mix until a cohesive dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface, and shape it into a log approximately 2 inches in diameter. Wrap the dough log tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or until firm.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unwrap the chilled dough log and slice it into thin rounds, roughly 1/4-inch thick. Arrange the slices on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a small space between each one.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges of the wafers are lightly golden.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the wafers to cool on the sheet for 5 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve the buttery cheese wafers at room temperature. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2023 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.8 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 101.4 g | 507% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 459 mg | 153% | |
| Sodium | 1931 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.9 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 58.5 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.9 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1331 mg | 102% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 382 mg | 8% | |
*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.
