Elegant Savory Rosemary-Parmesan Snowflake Cookies
These Savory Rosemary-Parmesan Snowflake Cookies are buttery, crisp, and full of nutty cheese and fresh herbs perfect as a holiday appetizer or a charming addition to your snack tray.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
- 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup finely grated Parmesan Parmigiano-Reggiano preferred
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary finely minced
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- Optional: pinch of cayenne or 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Beat softened butter until smooth, then mix in Parmesan, rosemary, pepper, salt, and optional cayenne or lemon zest.
- Add flour in 2–3 parts, mixing just until a soft dough forms.
- Shape into a disc, wrap, and chill for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Roll dough to ¼-inch thick, cut snowflakes, place on lined baking sheet.
- Chill cut cookies on the tray for 10 minutes.
- Bake 12–15 minutes until edges are lightly golden. Cool 5 minutes on tray, then fully on a rack.