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Savory, crispy, and crumbly cheesy cheddar and pecan shortbread cookies served with wine and honey.
Cheddar Pecan Savory Shortbread Cookies Recipe
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Chill for
1 hr
 

This addicting cheddar pecan savory shortbread needs 4 ingredients and no eggs to yield a crumbly cheesy fragrant treat perfect for anytime!

Servings: 20 crackers
Author: Gemma Stafford
Ingredients
  • ½ cup (4 oz/115 g) butter, softened
  • 2 ⅔ cups (8 oz/225 g) extra sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
  • 1 cup (5 oz/142 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup (5 oz/142 g) pecans, toasted and finely diced
Instructions
  1. In a stand mixer or in a medium bowl with a electric hand mixer, beat together the butter and cheddar cheese on medium speed until smooth.
  2. Fold in the flour until just combined, followed by the pecans. Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap well and refrigerate until firm, at least 1 hour.
  3. When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper. Set aside.
  4. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to a ¼-inch (6mm) thickness and using a 2-inch (5 cm) round cookie cutter, cut as many circles as you can and place them about 1-inch (2½ cm) apart on the prepared cookie sheets. Gather and reroll any scraps.

  5. Prick the crackers all over with a toothpick and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cookies look golden, dry and baked through.
  6. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.