Cheddar and Chilli Shortbread

Prep: 15 minutes, plus chilling time

Cook: 15 minutes, plus cooling time

Makes: 16-18 biscuits

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Recipe by: Western Star

An easy Cheddar and Chilli Shortbread recipe. These savoury cheese and chilli biscuits are a great addition to a cheese platter, or a tasty snack to have with drinks before dinner.

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Cheddar and Chilli Shortbread

Ingredients:

150g plain flour

110g Western Star Salted Butter, diced and softened to room temperature

150g cheddar cheese, grated (grated from block not pre grated)

½ tsp mustard powder

1 tsp chilli flakes

Method:

Preheat oven to 170°C and line a large baking tray with baking paper
Add all ingredients into a large bowl and using your hands, mix together until a dough forms. Shape the dough into a sausage shape about 10cm in diameter. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes or overnight
Once dough is chilled remove from fridge. Using a sharp knife cut 1cm even slices and place onto prepared tray leaving enough room for spreading. Place into the oven to bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on tray before eating on their own or alongside a cheese platter

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