Croutes Au Fromage (Cheese Pastries)

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Servings: 46 Difficulty: Advanced
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Crispy, golden cheese sandwiches made with tender pastry and melted Swiss and Cheddar cheeses.
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Croutes Au Fromage (Cheese Pastries)

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 46 Calories: 376.0

Description

These Croutes Au Fromage are the ultimate party snack, combining flaky, savory pastry with a gooey, rich cheese filling. The dough is infused with a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick that complements the sharp Cheddar and nutty Swiss cheese. Crisp on the outside and molten on the inside, these bite-sized pastries are irresistible. They are perfect for holiday gatherings, wine nights, or as an elegant starter. While they require a bit of chilling time, the result is a sophisticated treat that feels homemade and comforting. Serve them warm for the best texture and flavor experience.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Into a bowl, sift together the flour, salt, and cayenne.
  2. Cut 6 tablespoons of cold unsalted butter into small bits and blend into the flour mixture along with 1 cup coarsely grated sharp Cheddar.
  3. Stir in 3 tablespoons of heavy cream, mixing until the mixture forms a cohesive dough.
  4. Wrap the dough in wax paper and chill it in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
  5. Preheat the oven to 450&# 194;°F (232ðC).
  6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to 1/16 inch thickness.
  7. Use a 1 1/2 inch round cutter to cut out rounds, rerolling scraps to create additional rounds.
  8. Arrange the rounds on baking sheets, brush lightly with beaten egg, and bake for 5 to 7 minutes until lightly browned.
  9. Let the baked rounds cool completely. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  10. In a small bowl, cream together 1 1/2 cups finely shredded Swiss cheese and the remaining 3 tablespoons of softened butter.
  11. Arrange half of the pastry rounds, bottom side up, on baking sheets.
  12. Divide the Swiss cheese mixture among the rounds, then top with the remaining pastry rounds to form sandwiches, pressing lightly.
  13. Bake the assembled croutes in the preheated oven for 4 minutes, or until the cheese is just melted.
  14. Serve immediately while warm and crisp.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 46

Amount Per Serving
Calories 376.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 3.1g5%
Saturated Fat 0.5g3%
Cholesterol 4.3mg2%
Sodium 2526.9mg106%
Total Carbohydrate 73.8g25%
Dietary Fiber 2.7g11%
Sugars 0.4g
Protein 11.1g23%

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

Keywords: cheese, pastry, appetizer, swiss, cheddar, baking, croutes, fromage, party food, snack, vegetarian, finger food, holiday, easy, homemade, dough, melty, crispy, classic, comfort food
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