Parmesan Stars and Other Shapes Too

Add a touch of gourmet flair to your snacking or entertaining with these delightful Parmesan Stars and Other Shapes Too! Made with rich Parmesan cheese, buttery dough, and optionally accented with fresh rosemary, these crisp, golden bites are as versatile as they are delicious. This easy-to-follow recipe lets you turn simple pantry staples into elegant, melt-in-your-mouth creations. Perfect for holiday gatherings, cocktail parties, or as an indulgent everyday treat, these star-shaped delights (or any shape you prefer!) offer just the right balance of cheesy goodness and savory crunch. With a quick prep time of only 25 minutes and a short bake time, you’ll have these crowd-pleasing snacks ready in no time. Serve them as an appetizer, alongside soups or salads, or simply as a sophisticated nibble on their own!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:37 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Parmesan cheese
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
• 1 Egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons Ice water
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Fresh rosemary (optional, finely chopped)

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 Parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour, and salt. Pulse a few times to combine.

Step 3

Add the cold, cubed butter and pulse until the mixture resembles coarse sand.

Step 4

Add the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of ice water. Pulse until the dough just starts to come together. Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of ice water if the dough feels too dry.

Step 5

Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and gently knead it until it forms a smooth ball.

Step 6

Wrap the dough ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 15 minutes to chill.

Step 7

Once chilled, roll out the dough to about 1/4-inch thickness on a floured surface.

Step 8

Use star-shaped cookie cutters (or any other shape of your choice) to cut out shapes from the dough, and carefully transfer them to the prepared baking sheets.

Step 9

If desired, sprinkle the tops of the shapes with finely chopped fresh rosemary for added flavor.

Step 10

Bake the shapes in the preheated oven for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy. Keep a close eye toward the end to prevent burning.

Step 11

Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheets before serving.

Step 12

Enjoy your delightful Parmesan stars (and other shapes) as a snack, appetizer, or side!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(387.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1735.2

Total Fat 130.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 80.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 531.8mg	0%
Sodium 1259.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 95.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.9g
Protein 48.2g	0%

Vitamin D 18.2IU	0%
Calcium 956.7mg	0%
Iron 6.1mg	0%
Potassium 172.9mg	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: 67.0%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 21.9%