Savoury Cheese Walnut Sables for Cocktails and Parties
Elevate your next cocktail hour or party with these irresistible Savoury Cheese Walnut Sables! These buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treats combine the sharp tang of cheddar and Parmesan cheeses with the earthy crunch of finely chopped walnuts, creating the perfect savory bite. Delicately seasoned with a hint of black pepper and optional paprika for added depth, these crumbly sables are brushed with egg white and topped with flaked sea salt, giving them a beautiful golden finish and a delightful salty kick. Quick to prepare and bake, they’re ideal for entertaining—serve them alongside your favorite cocktails or on a festive appetizer platter. With their rich flavors and elegant presentation, these gourmet cheese crackers are guaranteed to impress your guests!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 150 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 120 grams Sharp cheddar cheese (finely grated)
- 30 grams Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 50 grams Walnuts (finely chopped)
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 unit Egg white (for brushing)
- 1 teaspoon Flaked sea salt (for garnish)
Instructions
In a food processor, pulse together the flour, salt, and cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
Add the sharp cheddar, Parmesan, ground black pepper, and paprika (if using) to the mixture. Pulse again until fully combined.
Add the egg yolk and pulse until the dough just starts to come together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
Transfer the dough to a large bowl and gently fold in the finely chopped walnuts with your hands. Shape the dough into a log approximately 4 cm (1.5 inches) in diameter.
Wrap the dough log tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours) to allow it to firm up.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Unwrap the dough log and slice it into even rounds approximately 5 mm (1/4 inch) thick. Arrange the rounds on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them slightly apart.
Lightly brush the tops of the sables with the beaten egg white and sprinkle with a small pinch of flaked sea salt.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the sables are golden and crisp around the edges.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Serve at room temperature as a savory snack alongside cocktails or on a party platter. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2272 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.7 g | 215% | |
| Saturated Fat | 86.8 g | 434% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 549 mg | 183% | |
| Sodium | 5568 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.9 g | ||
| Protein | 72.6 g | 145% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1294 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 602 mg | 13% | |
*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.
