Sharp Cheese Wafers

• Baking & Spices

  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp Cayenne pepper
  • 1 Paprika
  • 1 heaping tsp Salt

• Dairy

  • 1 lb Borden sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3/4 stick Butter

• Other

  • Using the tines of a fork, press down slightly on each ball.

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Description

Ingredients

• 1 pound Borden Sharp Cheddar Cheese
• ¾ stick butter (6 tablespoons)
• 2 cups all purpose flour
• 1 heaping teaspoon salt
• 2.5 teaspoons cayenne pepper (3.5 for even hotter)
• paprika for dusting, if desired
• Let cheese and butter sit on countertop overnight to come to room temp.
• Combine all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix until well blended and dough is the consistency of cookie dough.
• Break off a large softball sized portion and knead it with your hands. Break off one inch size pieces and knead each one a time or two before forming into a one inch ball. Place on engrossed baking sheet.
• Repeat until all dough is used.
• Using the tines of a fork, press down slightly on each ball.
• Bake at 400 for 15 minutes, or until lightly browned on the bottom and dry. Allow to cool and then store in an airtight container.