Savoury Cheese & Walnut Sables for Cocktails and Parties!

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Savoury Cheese & Walnut Sables for Cocktails and Parties!
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

15-20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 cup plain flour
1/2 cup self raising flour
salt
black pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ounces butter
1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or 1/2 cup finely chopped pecans
2 -3 tablespoons beer or 2 -3 tablespoons milk

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20-25 cookies
Calories
134
Sugar
1g
Fat
9g
Savoury Cheese & Walnut Sables are deliciously cheesy and nutty! These bite-size treats are perfect for any party or gathering, easy to make and easy to grab a few throughout the evening. They are a savory shortbread with the added bonus of finely chopped walnuts or pecans, which give them a nutty, earthy taste. Great for pairing with cocktails or as a party appetizer, this recipe is easy to customize with different cheese, nuts, and herbs too!

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.In a large mixing bowl mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, and either chili powder or cayenne powder until well combined. Add in the butter and use your fingers to rub the mixture together until it resembles breadcrumbs.
3.Add in the grated cheddar cheese and chopped walnuts or pecans and mix together until well combined.
4.Gradually add in the beer or milk until the mixture comes together to form a dough.
5.Roll out the dough onto a floured surface to about 1/8” thick and use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes.
6.Place the cut out shapes onto the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
7.Let them cool a bit and serve with drinks or as a party appetizer.

PROS

The Savoury Cheese & Walnut Sables are a great appetizer for any party or gathering, easy to make and delicious!
The savory and nutty flavour combination is perfect for cocktail parties and a great crowd-pleaser.

CONS

These bite-size treats can be a little addictive, so keep an eye on your portions!
They are also high in calories and fat.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these cookies are not the healthiest choice, they do contain protein from the cheese and nuts.
Moderation is key but a small portion can also provide energy when needed.

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