CHEESE CRISPIES

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For years I've taken these crispy, crunchy snacks to work. They get high marks from everybody in the teachers lounge. -Eileen Ball, Cornelius, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield about 4-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
2-1/2 cups shredded extra-sharp cheddar cheese
2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2-1/2 cups Rice Krispies
Pecan halves, optional

Steps:

  • Beat butter and cheese until blended. In another bowl, whisk flour, salt and cayenne; gradually beat into cheese mixture. Stir in Rice Krispies. If necessary, turn onto a lightly floured surface and knead 4-6 times, forming a stiff dough., Divide dough in half; shape each into a 7-in.-long roll. Wrap and refrigerate 1 hour or overnight., Preheat oven to 350°. Unwrap and cut dough crosswise into 1/4-in. slices. Place 1 in. apart on parchment-lined baking sheets. If desired, top each slice with a pecan half. Bake until edges are golden brown, 14-16 minutes. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. To Make Ahead: Dough can be made 2 days in advance. Freeze option: Freeze wrapped logs in an airtight container. To use, unwrap frozen logs and cut into slices. Bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 5g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 73mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

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