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Guyanese Cheese Rolls

Cultural Context

Originating from Guyana, Cheese Rolls are a beloved snack often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings. They reflect the country's diverse culinary influences, combining local ingredients with techniques brought by various cultures. Today, these cheesy pastries are popular not only in Guyana but also among the Guyanese diaspora, showcasing a taste of home wherever they are.

GuyaneseGYappetizer
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon mustard
1 teaspoon salt
to taste hot sauce
1 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup lard
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup ice cold water
1 egg for egg wash

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while maintaining flavor.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

1

Mix sugar and salt in a bowl.

2

Rub butter and lard into the flour until it resembles breadcrumbs.

3

Add ice cold water and mix to form a dough.

4

Wrap the pastry dough in cling wrap and refrigerate for about 1 hour.

5

Blend cheddar cheese, butter, mustard, and hot sauce in a food processor until creamy and smooth.

6

Transfer the cheese spread to a dish, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for about 1 hour.

7

Roll out the pastry dough as thin as possible.

8

Cut the rolled dough into squares using a pastry cutter.

9

Place a small amount of cheese filling in the center of each square.

10

Roll the pastry over the filling and use egg wash to seal the edges.

11

Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative finish.

12

Dust the work surface with flour to prevent sticking while rolling.

13

Place the filled cheese rolls on a baking pan.

14

Brush the tops of the cheese rolls with egg wash.

15

Bake in a 350°F oven for about 30 minutes until golden brown.

16

Show the finished cheese rolls and describe their flaky texture.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetcookie cutterrolling pinfork

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Cheese PuffsCheese Pastries

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