Kastengle -- Indonesian Cheese Cookies

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.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness with a different flavor profile.

flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

Cream butter and powdered sugar together.

Mix in flour and cornstarch.

Mix in egg yolk and then mix in cheese, but not too much as it can make the dough hard.

Form the cookies into small bars or rectangles.

Brush with egg yolk and sprinkle with cheese.

Bake for 30 minutes at 140°C (275°F).

Let stand for a few days so that the flavors even out.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level:

Allergens