Spicy Cheese Wafers
Get ready to elevate your snack game with these addictive Spicy Cheese Wafers, a perfect blend of cheesy indulgence and subtle heat! Made with sharp cheddar cheese, a hint of cayenne pepper, and a touch of paprika, these buttery wafers deliver a savory crunch that's impossible to resist. With just 15 minutes of prep time, they’re easy to whip up and bake to golden perfection. Whether you’re looking for a crowd-pleasing party treat, a unique addition to your charcuterie board, or a flavorful companion to soups and salads, these homemade crackers are as versatile as they are delicious. Perfectly crisp and packed with bold flavor, Spicy Cheese Wafers are the ultimate snack for cheese lovers craving something with a kick.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (grated) sharp cheddar cheese
- 0.5 cup (softened) unsalted butter
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon (optional, as needed) water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated sharp cheddar cheese and softened butter. Use a hand or stand mixer to cream them together until smooth.
Add the all-purpose flour, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika to the bowl. Mix until the ingredients start to form a dough. If the mixture is too dry and crumbly, add water one teaspoon at a time until the dough holds together.
Divide the dough into two portions. Place one portion of dough between two sheets of parchment paper and roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness. Repeat with the second portion of dough.
Using a cookie cutter or a knife, cut the dough into desired shapes (e.g., circles, squares, or rectangles). Transfer the cut-out shapes to the prepared baking sheets, leaving a small space between each piece.
Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the wafers are crisp and lightly golden around the edges.
Remove the baking sheets from the oven and allow the wafers to cool on a wire rack before serving.
Enjoy your Spicy Cheese Wafers as a savory snack or pair them with your favorite dips and spreads!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1292 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.6 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.4 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 245 mg | 82% | |
| Sodium | 885 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 96.2 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 41.2 g | 82% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 838 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 164 mg | 3% | |
*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.
