Brown Butter Maple Cornbread Cheez-Its

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KloPoKitchen (@klopokitchen3445)

The tastiest, crunchiest homemade cheez-its made with brown butter and maple syrup.

Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
20min
Total Time
35min
Brown Butter Maple Cornbread Cheez-Its recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = serving of cheez-its)

Cheez-Its Ingredients

  • 227g
    Coby and Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/2cup
    cornmeal
  • 1/2cup
    flour
  • 2tbsp
    butter
  • 2tbsp
    milk
  • 1/2tsp
    salt
  • 2tbsp
    canned corn

Maple Brown Butter Ingredients

  • 3tbsp
    browned butter
  • 1tbsp
    maple syrup

Optional Ingredients

  • 1tbsp
    brown sugar

How to make Brown Butter Maple Cornbread Cheez-Its

Preparation

  1. Blitz together the dry ingredients and cheese.

  2. Once combined, add the wet ingredients.

  3. Pulse until a dough forms.

  4. Add the corn and pulse until it is mixed in but not blended into the dough.

Baking

  1. Roll out the dough into a rectangle.

  2. Using a pizza cutter, cut squares and poke holes using chopsticks.

  3. Place on a baking tray and bake at 375 degrees for 15-20 minutes or until crunchy.

Finishing Touch

  1. Brown the butter and add the maple syrup.

  2. Mix until combined and set aside.

  3. Pour the mixture over the baked cheez-its and top with optional brown sugar.

Tips & Tricks

  1. Enjoy and don’t forget to follow for more recipes!

FAQS

  1. Can I use different types of cheese for this recipe?

    Yes, you can experiment with different types of cheese. Just make sure to use a cheese that melts well, like cheddar or gouda, to maintain the texture.

  2. What can I substitute for maple syrup if I don't have any?

    You can substitute maple syrup with honey or agave syrup, but keep in mind that it may slightly alter the flavor.

  3. How do I know when the cheez-its are done baking?

    The cheez-its are done when they are golden brown and crunchy. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning.

  4. Can I make the dough ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare the dough ahead of time and refrigerate it. Just make sure to let it come to room temperature before rolling it out.

  5. What is the best way to store leftover cheez-its?

    Store leftover cheez-its in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week to keep them crunchy.

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