Sesame Cheese Stars

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 1

Delicious Sesame Cheese Stars Recipe for a Perfect Snack

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

226

Sugar

Fat

17g

Sesame Cheese Stars are a delicious and fun snack option that you can enjoy anytime you need a quick bite. These star-shaped biscuits are made with flour, cayenne pepper, butter, tasty cheese, parmesan cheese, and mashed potatoes. They are then topped with sesame seeds and baked until crispy and golden. The combination of cheese and sesame seeds in these stars gives them a unique and delightful taste that is perfect for any snacking occasion. You can store these stars in an airtight container for up to a week and enjoy them whenever you crave a delicious snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.	Sift the flour and cayenne pepper into a bowl and rub in the butter.
3.	Stir in the tasty cheese, parmesan cheese, mashed potatoes and egg yolk to form a dough.
4.	Roll the dough into a ball and transfer to a lightly floured surface.
5.	Roll the dough out into a 1-centimetre-thick sheet.
6.	Using a small, star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out little star-shaped biscuits.
7.	Carefully place the stars on the baking tray and brush each one with a little cold water.
8.	Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top and bake in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until crisp and golden.

PROS

The Sesame Cheese Stars are perfect for a snack and a quick-bite anytime.

They are easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week.

The cheese and sesame combination gives them a unique and delightful taste.

CONS

They are high in calories and should be consumed in moderation.

While they are vegetarian-friendly, they may not be an ideal option for lactose-intolerant individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

These stars can help boost energy as they contain carbohydrates and high-value proteins.
The sesame seeds used in the recipe have numerous health benefits and are rich in vitamins and minerals such as iron, calcium and magnesium.
The cheese in the recipe is a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D, which is essential for bone health.

	1 cup plain flour
	1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
	60 g butter
	3/4 cup tasty cheese , finely grated
	1 tablespoon parmesan cheese , finely grated
	1/2 cup cooked mashed potatoes
	1 egg yolk
	1/3 cup sesame seeds