Cheesy Penny Wafers

Delightfully crisp and irresistibly savory, Cheesy Penny Wafers are the perfect bite-sized snack for cheese lovers. Made with a duo of sharp cheddar and finely grated Parmesan, these wafer-thin crackers boast a rich, buttery flavor with a subtle hint of cayenne for a gentle kick. The dough comes together effortlessly in a food processor and is rolled out to create delicate, coin-sized rounds that bake to golden perfection in just minutes. Ideal for entertaining or as a gourmet accompaniment to soups and salads, these homemade cheese crackers are as versatile as they are addictive. Serve them fresh or store them for a quick grab-and-go treat! Keywords: cheesy penny wafers, homemade cheese crackers, savory appetizers, bite-sized snacks, cheddar Parmesan crackers.

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:27 mins

Servings: 32

Ingredients

• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional, for a slight kick)
• 2 tablespoons Ice water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a food processor, combine the all-purpose flour, sharp cheddar cheese, Parmesan cheese, salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Pulse a few times until the mixture is evenly combined.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, while pulsing. Stop once the dough begins to come together but isn’t too sticky.

Step 5

Remove the dough from the processor and shape it into a disk. Wrap it in plastic wrap and refrigerate for about 15 minutes to firm up slightly.

Step 6

Once chilled, roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 7

Use a small round cookie cutter (about 1 inch in diameter) to cut out wafer-sized circles, resembling pennies.

Step 8

Place the circles on the prepared baking sheets, leaving about 1/2-inch space between them.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges just start to brown and the wafers are crisp.

Step 10

Allow the wafers to cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 11

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(409.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1739.2

Total Fat 123.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 353.6mg	0%
Sodium 2818.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.3g
Protein 63.7g	0%

Vitamin D 66IU	0%
Calcium 1489.3mg	0%
Iron 6.4mg	0%
Potassium 327.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.3%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 22.2%