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Golden Cheese Cookie

These Golden Cheese Cookies are a delightful blend of buttery richness and savory cheese flavor, creating a crisp and golden treat that's perfect for snacks or entertaining. Their melt-in-the-mouth texture and cheesy aroma make them irresistible for both kids and adults.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 29 minutes
Servings: 20 cookies
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 87
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 90 grams unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is softened for easier mixing and a tender crumb.
  • 40 grams fine sugar
  • 1 large egg yolk Approx. 18 grams.
  • 110 grams all-purpose flour
  • 20 grams cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 60 grams sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
  • 20 grams parmesan cheese, finely grated

Equipment

  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 electric hand mixer or whisk
  • 1 sifter
  • 1 measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 baking tray
  • 1 baking paper (parchment)
  • 1 cooling rack
  • 1 spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, beat together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add the egg yolk and mix until well combined.
  4. Sift in all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt together. Add this mixture to your wet ingredients.
  5. Stir in the grated cheddar and parmesan cheeses until you form a soft dough.
  6. Scoop out rounded teaspoons of dough and roll into balls. Place them 3 cm apart on the prepared baking tray.
  7. Press each ball lightly with a fork to flatten slightly.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 12-14 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the tops look set.
  9. Remove from oven, let them cool 5 minutes on the tray, then transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.

Notes

For extra color and flavor, sprinkle a pinch of paprika or black pepper on top before baking.
Ensure butter is softened for easier mixing and a tender crumb.
Store cooled cookies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days.
These cookies pair well with tea or as part of a cheese board.