Cheese Pennies

15 Reviews

Prep: 10 min
Cook: 25 min
Ready In: 1 hr 35 min

“These flavorful, round cheese bites are a zesty baked snack that you'll want to pop down one after another.” - by SWIZZLESTICKS

Ingredients

1 cup butter, melted
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
1 (1 ounce) envelope dry onion soup mix

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Original recipe yields 30 pennies

Directions

In a medium bowl, knead together butter, all-purpose flour, Cheddar cheese and dry onion soup mix. Divide into two equal portions. Form each portion into a log shape. Wrap with wax paper. Chill at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, until firm.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Cut the log shapes into slices approximately 1/4 inch thick.
Arrange slices in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Bake 20 to 25 minutes in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (10 total)

Calories
442 cal
22%

Fat
33.6 g
52%

Carbs
21.4 g
7%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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Reviews (15)

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Kristina

Jan. 25, 2004

"The onion flavor was really strong on these when I made them and my family barely touched them. I put the leftovers in a baggy in the fridge and then tried them a couple of days later. The onion had m..." See moreellowed and they tasted wonderful. I'd make these again but would bake them a day or two ahead of time."

JENLSMITH

Jan. 30, 2004

"This was, by far the WORST recipe ever. My daughter spit out the "penny" after two bites, and the only one who enjoys them is the dog! DO NOT waste your time and money on this one!..." See more"

LCORRIERI

Jan. 25, 2004

"I only used 1/2 of the envelope of onion soup mix. These were well recieved at a party... and I had more than one request for the recipe. I made these about 1 week in advance and froze them. (They ..." See moreeven taste yummy right out of the freezer!)"

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