Best 2 Cheddar Shortbread Bites Recipes

Are you looking for a sweet and savory treat that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more? Look no further than cheddar shortbread bites! These delectable morsels combine the classic flavors of sharp cheddar cheese and buttery shortbread to create a truly unique and unforgettable snack. Whether you're serving them as an appetizer at your next party or enjoying them as a midday pick-me-up, these cheddar shortbread bites are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will leave you wanting more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHEDDAR SHORTBREAD BITES

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A recipe I foun in my Land O Lakes Cookbook. These flaky, cheesy bites are easy to make and store well.

Provided by diner524

Categories Cheese

Time 32m

Yield 60 shortbread bites, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
2 tablespoons poppy seeds
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

Combine flour, butter, salt and red pepper in medium bowl; beat at medium speed until dough forms. Add cheese; mix until a ball forms. Shape dough into circle; wrap in plastic food wrap. Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
Heat oven to 350°F Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. (It will be hard to roll at first, but will soften. Press together any cracks that form on edges of dough.) Cut dough with 1 1/2-inch cookie cutters or pizza cutter into desired shapes. Place onto ungreased baking sheets.
Beat egg white and water together in small bowl. Brush cut-outs with egg wash; sprinkle with seeds.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until very lightly browned around edges. Immediately loosen from pan; let cool on pan.
Recipe Tip
Shortbread can be topped with a variety of other ingredients such as chili powder, seasoned salt, fennel seed or herbs.

CHEDDAR SHORTBREAD BITES (CRACKERS)

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From Land-o-Lakes: "These flaky, cheesy bites are easy to make and store well." These are our favorite. The possibilities are endless: sesame seed topped, more heat (spices), no salt, garlic-flavored, etc. NOTE: Chill time of 2 hours+ has not been added to preparation nor bake time.

Provided by Srb719

Categories Lunch/Snacks

Time 24m

Yield 60 appetizers, 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup flour
1/2 cup land-o-lakes butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 dash ground red pepper (cayenne)
2 cups land-o-lakes sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (1 8-ounce package)
1 egg white (optional)
1 tablespoon water (optional)
2 tablespoons poppy seeds (optional)
2 tablespoons sesame seeds (optional)

Steps:

Combine flour, butter, salt and red pepper in medium bowl; beat at medium speed until dough forms.
Add cheese; mix until a ball forms.
Shape dough into circle; wrap in plastic wrap.
Refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
Heat oven to 350.
Roll out dough on lightly floured surface to 1/4-inch thickness. (It will be hard to roll at first, but will soften. Press together any cracks that form on edges of dough.).
Cut dough with 1 1/2-inch cookie cutters or pizza cutter into desired shapes.
Place onto ungreased baking sheets.
If toppings wanted:.
Beat one egg white and water together in small bowl. Brush cut-outs with egg wash; sprinkle with seeds.
Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until very lightly browned around edges. Immediately loosen from pan; let cool on pan.
Variations: Shortbread bites can be topped with variety of other ingredients such as chili powder, seasoned salt, fennel seed or herbs.

Tips:

Use high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor and texture of your shortbread bites.
Make sure your butter is cold. This will help to create a flaky texture.
Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the shortbread tough.
Chill the dough before baking. This will help to prevent the shortbread from spreading too much in the oven.
Bake the shortbread bites until they are golden brown. This will ensure that they are cooked through.
Let the shortbread bites cool completely before serving. This will help them to set and firm up.

Conclusion:

Cheddar shortbread bites are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are a great way to enjoy the flavors of cheddar cheese and shortbread in one bite. Follow the tips above to make sure your cheddar shortbread bites turn out perfect. Experiment with different types of cheese and herbs to create your own unique flavor combinations.