Cheesy Thumbprint Bacon Jam (Printable Format)
Crisp cheddar dough baked with savory bacon jam, a flavorful bite ideal for any appetizer spread.
# Needed Ingredients:
→ Dough
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2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
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1 cup all-purpose flour
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Filling
06 -
1 cup homemade onion bacon jam
→ Garnish
07 -
Chopped parsley, for serving
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Combine shredded cheddar cheese, all-purpose flour, chilled cubed unsalted butter, kosher salt, and garlic powder in a food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Gather the crumbs together with your hands to form a cohesive dough ball.
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Transfer the dough to plastic wrap, flatten into a disk, and wrap securely. Refrigerate for approximately 30 minutes to allow the dough to firm up.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure even baking and prevent sticking.
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Remove the dough from the refrigerator. Portion into 1 1/2-inch diameter balls and arrange them 1 inch apart on the prepared baking sheet.
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Bake the dough balls in the preheated oven for 7 to 8 minutes. Remove from the oven, then press a teaspoon into the center of each one to create an indentation.
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Spoon approximately 1 teaspoon of homemade onion bacon jam into each indentation. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 7 to 8 minutes, or until golden and the surface appears set.
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Transfer baked appetizers to a rack and allow them to cool to room temperature. Prior to serving, garnish with chopped parsley. Enjoy either warm, at room temperature, or cold.
# Supplementary Details:
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For the best texture, serve these appetizers warm shortly after baking. Dough may be prepared up to a day in advance and refrigerated until ready to use.