Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg, beaten
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Stir in cheeses, then add buttermilk until a soft dough forms.
- Pat dough onto a floured surface and shape into a large rectangle.
- Cut into strips and arrange in a star shape on the baking sheet.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Garnish with herbs before serving.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is very cold for flakiness.
- You can customize cheese types and herbs.
- Best enjoyed warm with dips or spreads.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 280 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 60mg