Zutaten für Dutch Cheese Wafers
- 8 ounces (225g) softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 maraschino cherry per cookie
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
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Zubereitung von Dutch Cheese Wafers
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, cream together 8 ounces (225g) of softened cream cheese, 1/2 cup (113g) of unsalted butter, 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until light and fluffy.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon baking powder, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
- Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for at least 45 minutes.
- Once chilled, roll the dough into 1-inch balls.
- Press your thumb into the center of each ball to create a slight indentation.
- Place a maraschino cherry into the indentation of each cookie.
- Place the cookies on an ungreased baking sheet.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Let the cookies cool on the baking sheet for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
2 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
10g
Carbs
2g
