Kaastengels Cheese Shortbread
Indulge in the rich, savory delight of Kaastengels Cheese Shortbread, a classic Indonesian-inspired treat that blends buttery shortbread with the irresistible charm of cheese. These bite-sized snacks feature a perfect pairing of Edam and Cheddar cheeses, creating a deeply flavorful and aromatic dough that's rolled, cut into crisp sticks, and baked to golden perfection. Topped with an extra layer of grated cheese and a glossy egg yolk finish, this delicacy offers a satisfying crunch and a melt-in-your-mouth texture that cheese lovers will adore. Perfect for festive celebrations or as an everyday indulgence, these cheese cookies are easy to make and store well in an airtight container. Serve Kaastengels with tea, coffee, or as a savory snack for any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 g Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 pieces Egg yolks
- 150 g Edam cheese, grated
- 50 g Cheddar cheese, grated
- 300 g All-purpose flour
- 20 g Cornstarch
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 piece Egg yolk (for topping)
- 50 g Cheddar cheese, grated (for topping)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, cream the softened unsalted butter with the egg yolks using a hand or stand mixer until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Add the grated Edam cheese and Cheddar cheese to the bowl, and mix until evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and salt. Gradually add this dry mixture to the wet mixture and combine using a spatula until a pliable dough forms.
Transfer the dough onto a clean surface and gently knead it a few times to ensure all ingredients are incorporated. Avoid over-kneading.
Roll out the dough to a 1 cm (0.4 inch) thickness using a rolling pin. Use a knife or pastry cutter to cut the dough into small rectangular sticks, approximately 4 cm x 1.5 cm (1.5 inches x 0.6 inches).
Place the cookie sticks onto the prepared baking tray, leaving a small gap between each piece.
Brush the tops of the cookies with the additional egg yolk for a glossy finish. Sprinkle a small amount of grated Cheddar cheese on top of each cookie.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cookies are golden brown and fragrant.
Remove the Kaastengels from the oven and allow them to cool on the tray for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Store the cooled Kaastengels in an airtight container to maintain their crisp texture. Serve as a savory snack or alongside tea or coffee.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3346 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 212.7 g | 273% | |
| Saturated Fat | 130.1 g | 650% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1121 mg | 374% | |
| Sodium | 4283 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 254.6 g | 93% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.3 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.3 g | ||
| Protein | 103.4 g | 207% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.8 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1952 mg | 150% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 664 mg | 14% | |
*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.
