Ingredients for Spicy Cheese Shortbread
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter
- 1-2 tablespoons ice water
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How to Make Spicy Cheese Shortbread
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, and 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard.
- Add 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese and ½ cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes.
- Using a pastry blender or your fingers, cut the butter into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add 1-2 tablespoons of ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead a few times until it forms a cohesive ball. Avoid overworking the dough.
- Divide the dough in half. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one half of the dough to a thickness of ⅛-¼ inch.
- Use a knife or cookie cutter to cut the dough into squares or desired shapes.
- Transfer the shortbread squares to the prepared baking sheets, leaving some space between each.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheets for a few minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
22g
Carbs
2g
