Cheesy Penny Wafers

Nutriscore Rating: 47/100

Delightfully crisp and irresistibly savory, Cheesy Penny Wafers are the perfect bite-sized snack for cheese lovers. Made with a duo of sharp cheddar and finely grated Parmesan, these wafer-thin crackers boast a rich, buttery flavor with a subtle hint of cayenne for a gentle kick. The dough comes together effortlessly in a food processor and is rolled out to create delicate, coin-sized rounds that bake to golden perfection in just minutes. Ideal for entertaining or as a gourmet accompaniment to soups and salads, these homemade cheese crackers are as versatile as they are addictive. Serve them fresh or store them for a quick grab-and-go treat! Keywords: cheesy penny wafers, homemade cheese crackers, savory appetizers, bite-sized snacks, cheddar Parmesan crackers.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 12 min
• Total Time: 27 min
• Servings: 32 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

7 items

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for a slight kick)
• 2 tablespoons Ice water

📝 Instructions

11 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

2. In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Pulse a few times until the mixture is evenly combined.

3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

4. Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, while pulsing. Stop once the dough begins to come together but isn’t too sticky.

5. Remove the dough from the processor and shape it into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to firm up slightly.

6. Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.

7. Use a small round cookie cutter (about 1 inch in diameter) to cut out wafer-sized circles, resembling pennies.

8. Place the circles on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1/2-inch space between them.

9. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges just start to brown and the wafers are crisp.

10. Allow the wafers to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

11. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (12.1g)

Calories		52
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		3.7 g	5%
	Saturated Fat	2.3 g	12%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		10 mg	3%
Sodium		63 mg	3%
Total Carbohydrate		3.2 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.1 g	0%
	Total Sugars	0.0 g
Protein		1.8 g	4%
Vitamin D		0.1 mcg	0%
Calcium		39 mg	3%
Iron		0.2 mg	1%
Potassium		9 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1053 cal (62.6%%)

Protein: 224 cal (13.3%%)

Carbs: 404 cal (24.0%%)