How to Make Cheese Wafers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Cheese wafers are a simple and delicious appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are hosting a fancy dinner party or just looking for a tasty and easy snack to enjoy at home, cheese wafers are a great choice. These delectable little bites are made with just a few simple ingredients, yet they are bursting with flavor. They are easy to make and always a hit with the crowd, making them a must-have in your recipe collection.

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Ingredients

  • 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

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 25 mins
  • Servings: 40
  • Yield: 80 to 150 - very thin wafers

  • Blend together butter and flour in a medium bowl. Mix in Cheddar cheese, salt, red pepper flakes, hot pepper sauce, and pecans. Form dough into a roll and wrap in parchment paper. Refrigerate dough 8 hours to overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Slice dough into very thin wafers and place onto a baking tray.
  • Bake wafers in the preheated oven until crisp, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    75 cal.

    • Total Fat: 6g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 12mg
    • Sodium: 110mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 4g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 44mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 20mg