Description
Savory Pimento Cheese Crisps dance with Southern charm, blending crisp textures and zesty flavors. Cheese lovers will relish these irresistible bites that showcase classic regional ingredients with elegant simplicity.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Cheese Ingredients:
- 1 cup (240 ml) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (120 ml) cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup (60 ml) grated Parmesan cheese
Binding and Flavor Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (60 ml) mayonnaise
- ¼ cup (60 ml) pimentos, diced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Seasoning and Flour Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 ml) almond flour (or coconut flour for gluten-free)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the culinary workspace by heating the oven to 375°F (190°C) and laying out a parchment-lined baking sheet for optimal crisp preparation.
- Create a flavor-packed base by thoroughly blending cheddar, cream cheese, mayonnaise, pimentos, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika into a harmonious, creamy mixture.
- Craft the dry component by whisking together almond flour, Parmesan, salt, and pepper until uniformly combined.
- Marry the wet and dry mixtures, folding them together until a cohesive dough emerges with a consistent texture.
- Transform the dough into bite-sized delicacies by portioning tablespoon-sized amounts, gently rolling them into spheres, and positioning them on the prepared baking sheet.
- Delicately press each spherical portion into a flattened disc, ensuring even thickness for uniform baking.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, allowing the crisps to transform into golden, crisp delights over 10-12 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and permit the crisps to rest briefly, allowing them to firm up and develop a perfect crunch before serving.
Notes
- Flour Alternatives: Swap almond flour with coconut or cassava flour for gluten-free and nut-free versions that maintain the crispy texture.
- Cheese Variations: Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp white cheddar, gouda, or pepper jack to create unique flavor profiles.
- Spice Customization: Adjust heat levels by adding cayenne pepper or hot sauce for those who enjoy a spicier crisp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12-15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg