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Cheese Chili Bites

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These Cheese Chili Bites are a delightful fusion of comfort and spice, offering a perfect balance of rich cheddar and warm chili powder. With a texture reminiscent of shortbread but with a savory kick, they are ideal for parties, game days, or as a unique snack alongside soup. The dough is simple to mix, featuring dry mustard and a hint of cayenne for depth. Baked until golden and crisp, these bites are easy to make and store well, making them a reliable crowd-pleaser for any gathering where you want to serve something substantial yet finger-friendly.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 20
Calories: 541.1
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These Cheese Chili Bites are a delightful fusion of comfort and spice, offering a perfect balance of rich cheddar and warm chili powder. With a texture reminiscent of shortbread but with a savory kick, they are ideal for parties, game days, or as a unique snack alongside soup. The dough is simple to mix, featuring dry mustard and a hint of cayenne for depth. Baked until golden and crisp, these bites are easy to make and store well, making them a reliable crowd-pleaser for any gathering where you want to serve something substantial yet finger-friendly.
Ingredients
  • 1 cup All-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Hot chili powder
  • 1 lg Pinch cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 cup Butter or margarine
  • 1/2 cup Finely grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 Egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon Cold water
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon Poppy seeds
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 400&# 194;°F (205ðC).
  2. 2
    In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, salt, dry mustard, chili powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. 3
    Add the cold butter to the dry ingredients and cut it in until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.
  4. 4
    Stir in the finely grated Cheddar cheese until evenly distributed.
  5. 5
    In a small bowl, beat the egg with the cold water.
  6. 6
    Add 2 tablespoons of the egg mixture to the cheese mixture and stir to form a fairly stiff dough.
  7. 7
    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently until smooth.
  8. 8
    Roll out the dough into a 12x6 inch rectangle.
  9. 9
    Trim the edges to ensure even baking.
  10. 10
    Cut the rectangle in half lengthwise and place both halves on a baking sheet.
  11. 11
    Brush each half with the remaining egg mixture.
  12. 12
    Sprinkle one half with sesame seeds and the other half with poppy seeds.
  13. 13
    Cut each half into 10 triangles, separating them slightly on the sheet to prevent sticking.
  14. 14
    Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until light golden and cooked through.
  15. 15
    Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  16. 16
    Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

Amount Per Serving
Calories 541.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.6g40%
Saturated Fat 10.4g52%
Cholesterol 29.1mg10%
Sodium 1585.3mg67%
Total Carbohydrate 64.1g22%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g36%
Sugars 1.2g
Protein 18.6g38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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