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Cheesy Thumbprint Savory Cookies

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Sharp cheddar cookies with jam-packed centers offer a spirited, savory twist perfect for sharing.

Ingredients

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  • 115 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
  • 130 g all-purpose flour
  • 100 g sharp cheddar cheese, finely grated
  • 30 g parmesan cheese, finely grated
  • 2 g salt
  • 1 g ground black pepper
  • 0.5 g cayenne pepper
  • 1 g garlic powder
  • 1 g onion powder
  • 400 g tomatoes, peeled and chopped
  • 70 g brown sugar
  • 30 ml bourbon
  • 60 g small onion, finely chopped
  • 6 g garlic, minced
  • 30 ml apple cider vinegar
  • 1 g ground cumin
  • 2 g salt
  • 1 g ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 175°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, beat softened butter until creamy. Incorporate cheddar cheese, parmesan, salt, black pepper, cayenne, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing until smooth.
  3. Gradually fold in all-purpose flour, mixing until a cohesive dough forms without overworking.
  4. Roll dough into 2.5 cm balls. Place onto the prepared sheet and create a small indentation in the centre of each using your thumb.
  5. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden and firm. Transfer to a wire rack and cool completely.
  6. Combine tomatoes, brown sugar, bourbon, onion, garlic, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and black pepper in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  7. Reduce heat and allow jam to simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened and glossy, about 45–60 minutes. Cool completely before use.
  8. Spoon a small amount of cooled tomato jam into the centre of each cookie. Serve, or store in an airtight container.

Notes

For a stronger cheese flavour, use extra aged cheddar. Ensure tomato jam is fully cooled before adding to avoid softening the cookies.

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