Description
Delightful Cheddar Cheese Party Bites wrapped in a crispy golden shell, perfect for parties or cozy nights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup chopped chives (optional)
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine the softened butter and shredded cheddar cheese until well blended.
- Add flour, salt, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until a dough forms.
- If using, fold in chopped chives.
- Roll the dough into small balls or use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
- Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush the tops with egg yolk for a golden color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.
- Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
Make-ahead tips: Prepare the dough a day in advance and refrigerate it.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 bites
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg