Ice Box Cheese Wafers
A classic make-ahead cheese wafer recipe from Mrs. Harry Harrington. These savory crackers combine sharp cheddar, butter, and pecans with a hint of cayenne pepper for a perfect appetizer or snack.
Prep: 20 minutesCook: 10 minutesDifficulty: easy
Ingredients
- 1/2 lb. cheese, grated
- 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
- 1/2 c. pecans, chopped
- 1/4 lb. butter
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1-1/2 c. flour, sifted
Instructions
- 1
Cream cheese, butter, salt and cayenne.
- 2
Add flour and knead into two long rolls about 1-1/2 inches thick.
- 3
Wrap in foil and place in refrigerator overnight.
- 4
When needed, slice thin wafers and bake at 350° about 10 minutes or until light golden brown.
10 minutes • 350°F
Tips & Notes
- • These wafers can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator as dough logs, then sliced and baked fresh as needed
- • The dough needs to be refrigerated overnight before slicing and baking
