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Buttery savory shortbread cookies made with sharp cheddar and jalapeños, ready in just 30 minutes.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 jalapeños, finely minced

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • baking sheet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Cream butter until smooth, then mix in cheese, jalapeños, sugar, and salt.
  3. Gradually add flour and mix until a crumbly dough forms.
  4. Shape dough into a log and slice, or cut into wedges, then place on baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 0.8mg

Notes

Adjust jalapeño seeds to control heat. Dough can be frozen for later use.

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