HOLLY’S SECRET SOUTHERN “CHEESE CRISPIES”

Ingredients

1 cup (filled up) sharp cheddar cheese at room temperature

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 stick of salted butter- softened

1 cup rice crispies

Add a pinch of salt (optional) and a generous sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

Instructios

1. Heat oven to 350 degrees
2.  Mix everything in a food processor until a soft ball forms, except for the rice crispies.
3.  Add a pinch of salt. Sprinkle in red pepper flakes to give as much “kick” as you desire!
4.  Pulse in the rice crispies until mixed in the dough. (You want the rice crispies to remain semi-crunchy!)
5. Form the dough into teaspoon-sized balls or dollop a teaspoon-sized amount onto the greased cookie sheet. They can be placed ½” apart, as they don’t spread out.Sprinkle a little more red pepper flakes on top before baking. You can decide how spicy you want them!
6. Bake at 350 degrees for about 8-14 minutes, until lightly browned.

This makes about 24-30 balls, depending on the size. Serve warm, preferably.

Make ahead and store in an airtight container in refrigerator or place in a baggie and freeze them.

By KathyMillerTime
Holly Holden