Best 9 Easy Cheddar Wafers Recipes

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**Discover the Delightful World of Cheddar Wafers: A Culinary Journey of Savory and Crunchy Goodness**

Embark on a delectable adventure into the world of cheddar wafers, where crispy, cheesy goodness awaits. These bite-sized delights are perfect for any occasion, from elegant gatherings to casual snacking. With a variety of recipes to choose from, ranging from classic to unique flavor combinations, this article offers a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds. From traditional cheddar cheese wafers with a touch of paprika to zesty jalapeño cheddar wafers that pack a spicy punch, each recipe promises a distinct and unforgettable experience.

Get ready to indulge in a symphony of flavors as you explore the diverse collection of cheddar wafer recipes. Discover the simplicity of the classic recipe, where the sharp cheddar cheese takes center stage, delivering a bold and satisfying taste. For those who crave a touch of heat, the jalapeño cheddar wafers offer a fiery kick that will keep you coming back for more. And for a unique twist, try the sun-dried tomato and basil cheddar wafers, where the tangy sun-dried tomatoes and aromatic basil create a delightful Mediterranean-inspired flavor profile.

These cheddar wafer recipes are not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. They serve as perfect accompaniments to soups, salads, and dips, adding a crunchy and savory element to your meal. Enjoy them as a standalone snack or incorporate them into your favorite cheeseboard or appetizer platter. With their ability to elevate any occasion, cheddar wafers are sure to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.

So, prepare to be captivated by the irresistible charm of cheddar wafers. Let your taste buds dance with joy as you embark on this delightful journey through the world of these crispy, cheesy treats. With a variety of recipes to choose from, you'll find the perfect cheddar wafer to suit your palate and create lasting memories in your culinary adventures.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHEDDAR CHEESE STRAWS



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Every Southern food enthusiast has a go-to cheddar cheese straw recipe up his or her sleeve, and we're making the case for this one. It's savory and rich with the perfect amount of peppery kick. Ideal for a party snack - this recipe travels well, and it's so easy to make. In fact, you'll only need 6 ingredients that are probably already in your kitchen. Seriously! You can get the family involved with the recipe, too. It's a big hit with the kids and a welcome substitution for gold fish crackers or Cheezits. Packed with bursting cheddar flavor, you won't be able to resist a second helping.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Time 42m

Yield Makes about 10 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened
1 pound block sharp orange Cheddar cheese, shredded
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 to 2 teaspoons ground red pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
4 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • Beat first 5 ingredients at medium speed with a heavy-duty stand mixer until blended. Gradually add flour, beating just until combined.
  • Use a cookie press with a star-shaped disk to shape mixture into long ribbons, following manufacturer's instructions, on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Cut ribbons into 2-inch pieces.
  • Bake at 350° for 12 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool.
  • Cheese Wafers: Combine ingredients as directed; chill dough 2 hours. Shape dough into 4 (8-inch-long) logs; wrap each in plastic wrap, and chill 8 hours. Cut each log into 1/4-inch-thick slices; place on parchment paper-lined baking sheets. Bake at 350° for 13 to 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove to wire racks to cool. Store in an airtight container 1 week.

CHEDDAR WAFERS



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The perfect savory accompaniment for your next brunch or cocktail party!

Provided by Jacki Allen

Categories     Other Snacks

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 stick of butter,softened
8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
1 c flour
1 c rice krispies, crushed slightly
1/8-1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
pinch of salt

Steps:

  • 1. Mix all ingredients and form into small balls. Place on ungreased cookie sheet. Press down with fork in criss-cross pattern.
  • 2. Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes.

CRISPY CHEESE WAFERS RECIPE



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Everyone simply loves these because they are extra crunchy from the addition of rice cereal. I strongly suggest serving these round wafers alongside a dish of pepper jelly and a block of softened cream cheese or log of goat cheese. Smear a little cheese on a wafer and top with a dab of the jelly to form a perfect bite. Repeat often. Luckily this recipe makes about 4 dozen wafers, so you might have just enough to go around. You can find this recipe and more in The Southern Living Community Cookbook: Celebration Food and Fellowship in the American South by Sheri Castle.

Provided by Southern Living Test Kitchen

Categories     Appetizers

Yield About 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups (8 ounces) freshly grated extra-sharp Cheddar cheese
1/2 cup butter, at room temperature
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper or to taste
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup crisp rice cereal

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°.
  • Mix together cheese, butter, flour, red pepper, Worcestershire and salt in a large bowl until mixture forms a ball that lightly sticks together and pulls in all the flour. (Hands might work best for this).
  • Gently fold cereal into dough.
  • Shape mixture into 1-inch balls. Place balls about 1 inch apart on an ungreased baking sheet. Flatten each ball with a fork, making a crisscross pattern.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until firm. Cool on pan on wire rack. Store in airtight container up to 1 week.

CHEESE WAFERS



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These are savory crackers that are a real hit with all especially at Christmas.

Provided by Melissa Perkins

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Cracker Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup butter, softened
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ pound shredded Cheddar cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1 dash hot pepper sauce
¾ cup chopped pecans

Steps:

  • In a medium size mixing bowl, blend together butter or margarine and flour. Mix in the Cheddar cheese, salt, red pepper, hot pepper sauce, and pecans. Form the dough into a roll, wrap in parchment paper, and refrigerate over night.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice dough into very thin wafers. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until crisp.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 74.5 calories, Carbohydrate 3.9 g, Cholesterol 12.1 mg, Fat 5.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 109.8 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

EASY CHEDDAR WAFERS



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Categories     Appetizer

Number Of Ingredients 10

ingredients
1/2 pound sharp Cheddar cheese, grated (about 2 cups)
4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
3/4 teaspoon celery seeds
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon dry mustard
1/4 teaspoon Tabasco sauce
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • In a standing mixer or food processor, beat the cheese, butter, celery seeds, Worcestershire, dry mustard, Tabasco and cayenne on medium speed or process until smooth. Add the flour and beat on low speed or process until combined. Gather the dough into a ball and knead a few times on a lightly floured surface. Shape the dough into a 12-inch log, wrap in plastic and refrigerate until firm. Preheat the oven to 350°. Sprinkle 2 baking sheets with the salt. Slice the log 1/4 inch thick and arrange the slices 1 inch apart on the baking sheets. Bake the wafers for about 20 minutes, or until lightly browned on the bottom and around the edges. Transfer them to a wire rack to cool before serving.

WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE WAFERS



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Looking for homemade baked snacks? Then check out these tasty and cheesy wafers.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 2h15m

Yield 96

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 cups butter or margarine, softened
1 lb sharp white Cheddar cheese, shredded (4 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
4 cups Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped pecans, toasted

Steps:

  • In large bowl, beat butter, cheese, salt, red pepper and garlic powder with electric mixer on medium speed until blended. Gradually add flour, beating just until combined. Stir in pecans.
  • Divide dough into 4 equal parts; roll each into 10-inch log. Wrap logs in plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 20 minutes.
  • Heat oven to 350°F. Line cookie sheets with cooking parchment paper. Unwrap logs; cut each into 24 pieces. Flatten to 2-inch rounds. On cookie sheets, place rounds 1 inch apart.
  • Bake 15 minutes or until lightly browned. Remove from cookie sheets to cooling racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69, Carbohydrate 4 g, Fat 1, Fiber 0 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 93 mg

CHEESE WAFERS



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This recipe came from Lady Bird Johnson. I serve them each year on my Christmas Eve buffet. (They can be frozen.)

Provided by Junebug

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 32m

Yield 1 batch

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup butter, softened
2 cups flour
8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, grated
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 cups Rice Krispies

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Cut butter into flour.
  • Add cheese and seasonings.
  • Fold in cereal.
  • Drop by small spoonfuls on ungreased cookie sheets and flatten with back of spoon.
  • Bake for 10-15 minutes.
  • Don't let them get too brown!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 3674, Fat 262.7, SaturatedFat 165.1, Cholesterol 726.2, Sodium 4416.2, Carbohydrate 242.7, Fiber 7.6, Sugar 7.2, Protein 88

CHEESE WAFERS OR STRAWS



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What do you serve when you serve drinks? The general consensus is something crisp, salty and delicious. (In France, Champagne with potato chips is considered the perfect pairing.) Cheese wafers and cheese straws are always crowd pleasers. They're easy to prepare-basically, it's flaky pastry dough with grated cheese mixed in-and variations are endless. Use Cheddar, Parmesan or whatever cheese suits your fancy. Add rosemary, black pepper, smoky paprika or cumin seeds. Make several kinds in different shapes. With a little extra effort, you can even make savory palmier-style hearts.

Provided by David Tanis

Time 2h

Yield 6 to 7 dozen, depending on shape

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups/280 grams all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1/2 teaspoon/3 grams kosher salt
1/2 pound/227 grams cold unsalted butter (2 sticks), cut in 1/4-inch pieces
4 ounces/110 grams coarsely grated cheese (Cheddar, Gouda, Gruyère or Parmesan), plus more for sprinkling
1/4 cup/60 milliliters cold milk
2 egg yolks mixed with 2 tablespoons/30 milliliters cream for egg wash, or 1 whole egg beaten
Flaky salt, for sprinkling
Cumin seeds, black pepper, rosemary or smoked paprika, for sprinkling (optional)

Steps:

  • Put flour and salt in mixing bowl. With fingers, work half the butter into the flour until it resembles damp, crumbly sand. Add the remaining cold butter chunks and the cheese and stir with a fork to distribute. Stir in milk and quickly gather dough into a ball with floured hands. (There should be visible butter chunks in the dough.) Squash dough into a rough rectangle about 1 inch thick.
  • Dust dough with flour and roll to a long rectangle about 8 by 14 inches and about 1/2-inch thick, with the longer side facing you. Fold dough into thirds: first fold in right side, then left side on top of it, making a nearly square package three layers high. Dust again with flour and roll out to make same size rectangle, then fold it again. Dust and repeat once more. Wrap well in plastic film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 1 day in advance.
  • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Cut dough in half. Refrigerate half the dough and roll the other piece out to a thickness of about 1/8 inch. (Do not roll too thin or pastry will not puff.) To make wafers, cut dough into 2-inch rounds with a sharp cookie cutter (or cut into diamonds with a knife). To make straws, cut dough in strips 1/2-inch by 5 inches. Twist strips 2 or 3 times and press down ends to prevent unfurling.
  • Place wafers or straws on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Paint lightly with egg wash and sprinkle with flaky salt. Add sprinklings of cumin seed, black pepper, rosemary or smoked paprika if desired, and a little more grated cheese. Bake for 8 to 9 minutes, until well browned and crisp. Let cool before serving. Repeat process with remaining half of dough.
  • Note: To make heart-shaped palmiers, cut dough in half as above. Working with one dough half (and refrigerating the other), roll dough to a rectangle about 12 by 8 inches and 1/8-inch thick, with the longer side facing you. Paint entire sheet of dough with egg wash and sprinkle with cheese. Tightly roll each of the long edges toward the center so you have a long, somewhat narrow log consisting of 2 connected side-by-side cylinders. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch thick slices. Pinch the round side of each slice to form a heart shape. Flatten each heart-shaped slice with rolling pin and place on parchment-lined baking sheet. Dab each heart with egg wash and sprinkle with flaky salt. Bake for 9 to 10 minutes, until well browned.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 41, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 21 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CHEESE CRACKERS



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Cheddar crackers. Cheese wafers. Coins, biscuits, straws and crisps. Known by many names and claimed by many grandmothers, they are all the same, delicious thing: a savory, addictive, shortbread cookie. The key to any short dough - that distinctive tender sandy crumbly texture - is the high fat-to-flour ratio, and this version not only relies on butter but also counts on the delicious fats that come from sesame seeds, block Cheddar and even the oil from the pecans. For a remarkable distinction among the many, many versions of these to be found, toast them until just passing golden into brown, and see how that in itself sets these apart.

Provided by Gabrielle Hamilton

Categories     easy, quick, snack, crackers and chips, appetizer

Time 50m

Yield About 6 dozen crackers

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup loosely packed grated Cabot Farms Vermont white Cheddar (about 3 ounces)
2/3 cup loosely packed grated pecorino Romano cheese (about 1 ounce)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
8 tablespoons (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 large egg yolk
1/3 cup pecans, finely chopped (about 3 tablespoons)
3 tablespoons untoasted white sesame seeds
2 tablespoons ice water

Steps:

  • Add the flour, both cheeses, salt and cayenne to the bowl of a food processor, and pulse until combined.
  • Scatter the cold butter chunks on top, and pulse again to form coarse crumbs.
  • Add egg yolk, pecans and seeds, and pulse to combine thoroughly, yielding a coarse grainy meal.
  • Transfer mixture to a large stainless-steel bowl. Sprinkle the ice water on top, and knead briefly to bring the dough together, as you would a pie dough.
  • Divide the dough into thirds, and roll each into a neat, 8-inch-long cylinder that is about the width of a silver dollar. Wrap each log in plastic wrap, and twist the ends tightly in opposite directions, forming a perfect and compact torchon. Refrigerate until well chilled and completely firm; overnight is ideal.
  • Heat the oven to 375. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or nonstick baking mats. Unwrap the dough, discarding plastic wrap, and slice the logs into thin coins, each about the width of a pencil.
  • Arrange the coins in neat rows on the prepared sheets, making sure they're not quite touching one another. This dough won't expand or flatten after baking.
  • Bake until golden at their centers and just starting to toast at their edges, about 20 minutes. Check them midway through baking, and rotate sheets if your oven bakes unevenly.
  • Transfer the baking sheets to wire racks to cool. Once they are fully cooled, transfer coins to an airtight container, where they will keep for up to 3 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 31, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 16 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • For a crispier wafer, bake for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  • For a chewier wafer, bake for 1 minute less.
  • Be careful not to overmix the batter, as this will result in tough wafers.
  • If the batter is too thick, add a little bit of milk until it reaches a pourable consistency.
  • If the batter is too thin, add a little bit of flour until it reaches a thick, spreadable consistency.
  • Use a silicone baking mat or parchment paper to prevent the wafers from sticking to the baking sheet.
  • Let the wafers cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Easy Cheddar Wafers are a delicious and versatile snack or appetizer that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a quick and easy snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious wafers at home. So next time you are looking for a tasty and easy snack, give Easy Cheddar Wafers a try!

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