Description
Savory “Spicy Cheddar Jalapeño Cookies” invite adventurous palates on a zesty culinary journey through unexpected flavor combinations. Cheesy, spicy bites promise a delightful crunch that sparks excitement and leaves you craving more with each remarkable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups grated cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 8 tablespoons (½ cup) cold butter, cubed
Seasoning and Spice:
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2–3 fresh jalapeño peppers, finely minced
Binding Ingredient:
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly integrate flour and salt, creating a uniform dry base for the savory cookies.
- Meticulously introduce cold, cubed butter into the flour mixture, using a pastry blender or fork to fragment the butter until the texture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
- Delicately introduce the lightly whisked egg, gently folding it into the crumbly mixture without overworking the developing dough.
- Carefully fold vibrant cheddar cheese and finely chopped jalapeños into the mixture, ensuring even distribution of these zesty ingredients throughout the dough.
- Compress the fragrant mixture into a compact sphere, encase it in plastic wrap, and transfer to the refrigerator for a minimum of 60 minutes to allow flavors to meld and dough to solidify.
- Heat the oven to 400°F, positioning the rack in the center for optimal baking performance.
- Extract the chilled dough and craft small, uniform spheres approximately one inch in diameter, positioning them strategically on a parchment-lined baking sheet with ample spacing.
- Using the flat bottom of a glass, gently press each dough ball, creating a slight compression that will encourage even baking.
- Slide the prepared sheet into the preheated oven, baking for 14-18 minutes until the cookie edges transform into a delicate golden-brown hue.
- Remove from the oven and permit the cookies to rest on the baking sheet for five minutes, allowing them to stabilize before transferring to a wire cooling rack for complete cooling.
Notes
- Packed with bold, spicy flavors that transform traditional cookie expectations into a savory, cheesy adventure.
- Perfect for those who crave a zesty snack that breaks away from sweet treats and delivers a punch of cheddar and jalapeño heat.
- Chilling the dough is crucial for developing rich flavor and ensuring the cookies maintain their shape during baking.
- Minimal handling of the dough helps keep the texture tender and prevents tough, dense cookies.
- Adjust jalapeño quantity based on personal heat tolerance, ranging from mild to extra spicy.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, maintaining their crisp texture and vibrant flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg