Parmesan and Herb Cookies

4 servings

60 minutes

Parmesan and Provençal herb cookies are an exquisite European recipe that combines a crispy texture with the rich aroma of Mediterranean herbs. Emerging in culinary tradition due to a love for savory snacks, these cookies are perfect for both aperitifs and warm family dinners. The buttery dough infused with the intense flavor of aged Parmesan unfolds with soft notes of paprika and black pepper, while Provençal herbs add sophistication. They are convenient to prepare in advance and can be served with wine or hot tea. Baked to a golden color, they become aromatic, crunchy, and tempting. Such cookies make an excellent addition to a cheese platter or an elegant accent on a festive table.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 648.6
• Proteins: 21.5g
• Fats: 45.6g
• Carbohydrates: 37.5g

Ingredients

• Wheat flour: 190 g
• Parmesan cheese: 150 g
• Butter: 150 g
• Baking powder: 0.3 tsp
• Provencal herbs: 3 tsp
• Sweet paprika: 1 tsp
• Ground black pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Salt: pinch
• Chicken egg: 2 pc

Cooking steps

1. Take the butter out of the fridge in advance to soften it to room temperature.

   Required ingredients:

   • Butter: 150 g

2. Mix flour with baking powder, salt, paprika, and black pepper. Grate the parmesan on a fine grater. Mix the grated cheese with butter until smooth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 190 g
   • Baking powder: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Salt:  pinch
   • Sweet paprika: 1 teaspoon
   • Ground black pepper: 0.3 teaspoon
   • Parmesan cheese: 150 g

3. Now mix the flour mixture and the cheese-butter mixture. Do not knead for long — you just need to get a uniform dough.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 190 g
   • Parmesan cheese: 150 g
   • Butter: 150 g

4. From the resulting dough, shape sausages with a diameter of about 5 cm.

5. Beat the eggs until smooth and coat the sausages on all sides. Sprinkle Provencal herbs on the plastic wrap laid out on the work surface and roll the sausages in them, trying to distribute the herbs evenly. Wrap the sausages in the plastic wrap and place them in the freezer for 1 hour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces
   • Provencal herbs: 3 teaspoons

6. Preheat the oven to 170 degrees. Use a sharp thin knife to cut the sausages into slices about 1 cm thick. Place the cookies on baking sheets lined with parchment paper and brush with egg. Put the cookies in the preheated oven for 13-18 minutes. They should brown nicely and be baked through.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chicken egg: 2 pieces

7. Cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container in a cool place.