Description
These Cheesy Jalapeño Shortbread rounds are a perfect blend of savory, spicy, and cheesy flavors. With a buttery, crumbly texture and a hint of heat from jalapeños, these make a delightful snack or appetizer. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy!
Ingredients
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Shortbread Dough:
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
Add-Ins:
- 1/2 cup finely chopped pickled or fresh jalapeños (seeds removed for less heat)
- 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cream Butter: In a large bowl, cream the softened butter until smooth.
- Mix Dough: Add flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika if using. Mix until a crumbly dough forms.
- Add Cheese & Jalapeños: Incorporate cheddar, Parmesan, and chopped jalapeños into the dough.
- Shape & Chill: Divide dough, shape into logs, wrap, and chill for at least 1 hour.
- Bake: Preheat oven, slice dough, place on baking sheet, and bake until lightly golden.
- Cool & Serve: Let the shortbread rounds cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Shortbreads can be frozen as logs for make-ahead convenience.
- For extra heat, leave some jalapeño seeds or add cayenne.
- Enjoy as a snack, appetizer, or with soups and salads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus chilling time)
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shortbread round
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
